"Cooper has decided to pass on a renewal offer with CBS and leave the show, according to people familiar with the matter."
"Cooper's departure could be the first of a number of changes for '60 Minutes' as Bari Weiss, who joined CBS News as editor-in-chief last October, is expected to substantially overhaul the prestigious news magazine."
"Cooper's departure removes one of the program's most recognizable figures during a period of internal tension surrounding editorial decisions and leadership changes. The show has faced turmoil under Weiss, who sparked anger among staffers after she delayed the airing of a segment about a notorious El Salvador prison."
Anderson Cooper is leaving '60 Minutes' after joining the show in the 2006-07 season. His departure increases uncertainty at CBS News amid leadership changes under editor-in-chief Bari Weiss, who joined CBS News last October and is expected to substantially overhaul the news magazine. The change coincides with reports of impending layoffs and internal tension over editorial decisions, including a delayed segment about a notorious El Salvador prison. Cooper framed his decision as personal rather than professional. Weiss had shown interest in recruiting Cooper for the CBS Evening News, a role that ultimately went to Tony Dokoupil. Cooper's exit raises questions about the future identity and stability of the program long considered a television news standard.
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