Following significant restructuring within CBS News, it has been confirmed that Gayle King will continue her role at the network, albeit with a few changes. According to reports, she has agreed to a significant pay cut of 50%, and will now work part-time on the morning show, CBS This Morning.
Sources close to the situation reveal that King was the one who initiated these negotiations, knowing exactly what she wanted - less work, less stress, but still a prominent presence on the show. It seems like a win-win situation for both parties, with CBS needing to make adjustments and King seeking a more flexible schedule in her role.
This news puts an end to the speculations surrounding King's future at CBS, especially after several high-profile staff members departed following the appointment of Bari Weiss as the new editor-in-chief in 2025. Some of these departures included anchor John Dickerson and co-anchor Maurice DuBois, raising questions about the network's editorial independence. King's co-host on CBS Mornings, Tony Dokoupil, has since taken over the nightly news show, receiving mixed reviews.
There were concerns that King's contract, set to expire in May, may not be renewed amid the shakeup under Weiss's leadership. However, it seems like relations between King and Weiss are amicable, with a recent "low-key lunch" between the two and a confirmation from a CBS spokesperson that they expect King to remain with the network for a long time.
During a recent interview at the Variety Golden Globes Pre-Show on Jan. 11, King avoided addressing her future at the network, stating that she will not make any announcements there but will keep everyone posted. She has been a mainstay of CBS' morning lineup since 2012 and has navigated through various co-anchor changes and the rebranding of the show to CBS Mornings.
It is clear that King is committed to her role at CBS, despite the significant changes within the network since October. She has expressed that everyone within the building has assured her that they want her to stay and are pleased with the work she is doing. As for her recent space trip boosting ratings for CBS Mornings, they have since taken a dip, but it seems like King's presence is still valued by the network.
