Anderson Cooper announces 60 Minutes departure
News anchor Anderson Cooper announced he will be ending his tenure as a reporter on the CBS News program 60 Minutes to spend more time with his children.
www.washingtonexaminer.comAnderson Cooper confirmed his departure from 60 Minutes in February 2026, for family reasons, with CNN commitments continuing; his departure was announced on air on 60 Minutes in May 2026 after nearly two decades with the program. CBS News lauded his work and left open the possibility of a future return; they thanked him for his service. CBS News turmoil occurred during his exit, though Cooper cited family reasons. He cherishes the stories he told, leaving a storied mark on the program.