Anderson Cooper is stepping down as a correspondent for CBS News’ 60 Minutes after nearly two decades with the program, CBS News confirmed Tuesday.
Cooper, who has been with 60 Minutes since 2006, stated he is leaving to dedicate more time to his role at CNN, where he anchors Anderson Cooper 360°, and to spend additional time with his two sons, Wyatt and Sebastian.
The journalist began his career in broadcasting with Channel One News in 1990, reporting from war-torn regions. He later joined ABC News in 1995, holding various positions including correspondent and co-anchor, before moving to CNN in 2001. At CNN, he quickly became known for his on-the-ground reporting of major news events, including Hurricane Katrina and the 2010 Haiti earthquake, for which he received the National Order of Honour and Merit, Haiti’s highest honor.
In addition to Anderson Cooper 360°, Cooper hosted the daytime talk display Anderson Live from 2011 to 2013. He has received numerous accolades throughout his career, including 18 Emmy Awards and two Peabody Awards, as well as an Edward Murrow Award in 2011.
Cooper continues to serve as a correspondent for CNN, and his departure from 60 Minutes does not affect his ongoing role there. CBS News has not announced a replacement for Cooper at this time.
