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 stated his departure from 60 Minutes in February 2026, to spend more time with his children, with CNN commitments continuing; he delivered his farewell 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. Newsroom turmoil at CBS occurred during his exit, with Cooper focusing on family. He said he got to tell amazing stories, leaving a lasting imprint on 60 Minutes.