Gayle King Denies CBS Mornings Exit Amid Network Restructuring

Gayle King, the longtime co-host of CBS Mornings since 2012, has publicly downplayed rumors of her potential departure from the show, stating she has received no indication from CBS executives that her role is in jeopardy and emphasizing that she enjoys her job and the people she works with. CBS News has officially denied reports suggesting King might step down next year, affirming there have been no contract discussions and describing her as a "truly valued part of CBS." These rumors emerged amid significant restructuring at CBS following its merger with Skydance Media, including major layoffs and leadership changes such as the appointment of Bari Weiss as CBS News editor-in-chief, who is reportedly seeking to bring in new talent like Hoda Kotb to boost ratings. Despite reports from some insiders that King’s 14-year tenure may end as part of a shift away from "woke" programming under Weiss and new leadership, King herself and CBS have remained vague but supportive, leaving her future role within the network uncertain. King’s contract reportedly runs through May 2026, and she has expressed no knowledge of upcoming changes, focusing instead on her current work. The situation highlights the tension between media speculation and official statements amid evolving network priorities and leadership strategies.