Anderson Cooper leaves CBS News’ “60 Minutes” after serving as a correspondent for about 20 years. Multiple outlets report that Cooper officially signed off during the show’s Sunday broadcast, concluding his run with a farewell segment that included an emotional goodbye and reflections on his experiences with the newsmagazine. In his final remarks, Cooper highlights the program’s “independence” and the trust it builds with viewers, saying he hopes “60 Minutes” remains “60 Minutes.”
Several reports also describe Cooper’s reasons for departing. He says he wants more time with his children and that balancing “60 Minutes” duties alongside his full-time role at CNN became increasingly challenging. The Hollywood Reporter and other outlets frame his decision as tied to the difficulty of managing overlapping responsibilities rather than a rejection of the show. Coverage across outlets characterizes the sign-off as a salute to the publication’s legacy, quality, and editorial stance, alongside personal acknowledgements of the stories and people connected to his work on the program.
