Norah O’Donnell, the esteemed anchor at CBS News, has updated the schedule for her departure from the network. Instead of the originally planned closure in May, O’Donnell is set to end her tenure on ‘CBS Evening News’ earlier. The directive comes from CBS itself, aiming to provide the broadcaster with more time to establish its new line-up ahead of the 2025-2026 television season.
O’Donnell’s exit follows an illustrious stint as the anchor of ‘CBS Evening News’, during which she held interviews with prominent figures and reported on some of the most pressing issues and events shaping our world. However, her early departure was not predicated on any personal or professional conflicts but is instead a strategic decision made by CBS.
The role of ‘CBS Evening News’ anchor is a prominent one within the broadcast industry, as evidenced by the illustrious careers of previous holders of the position. Potential successors for O’Donnell are as yet unnamed, but CBS is expected to announce its new choice soon. The decision is awaited with great anticipation given the importance of the role within the network and industry.
While moving on from CBS News, O’Donnell projects to continue her career in journalism elsewhere, driven by her established record as an industry professional and her known commitment to delivering the news to audiences.
Last modified: January 23, 2025
