O'Donnell Rejoins 'CBS Mornings' as Co-Host in CBS News Reshuffle
CBS News has named Norah O'Donnell co-host of 'CBS Mornings,' reuniting her with Gayle King and Nate Burleson. O'Donnell previously hosted the program from 2012 to 2019 before moving to the evening newscast, and she has been a senior correspondent and fill-in anchor since 2024. The move is part of broader changes at CBS News under Bari Weiss, including recent shifts at '60 Minutes' and the 'Evening News.'
O'Donnell's return marks a full-circle moment in her CBS career. She helmed the morning program for seven years before taking the evening anchor chair in 2019, then transitioned to senior correspondent and fill-in anchor in 2024. Her recent appointment as a 60 Minutes correspondent adds another layer to her expanded role.
The reshuffle comes amid broader changes under Bari Weiss's leadership. Tony Dokoupil has moved to the Evening News, and 60 Minutes has a new executive producer in Nick Bilton. The morning show has remained comparatively stable, with Gayle King signing a one-year deal this spring. Additional contributors are expected to be announced in the coming weeks.
This anchor change could signal a strategic effort to stabilize CBS's morning lineup during a period of broader organizational transition. Viewers who followed O'Donnell's earlier partnership with King may feel a sense of continuity, potentially boosting morning ratings. The reshuffling across CBS News programs may also affect audience trust and expectations regarding editorial direction, though the long-term impact remains uncertain.