Gayle King Renews CBS Mornings Contract Amid Network Shake-Up
Gayle King, 71, signed a new deal to remain co-host of 'CBS Mornings,' ending months of speculation as CBS News reshapes under new leadership and Paramount pursues a Warner Bros. Discovery takeover.
Daily BeastMorning Show Anchor Announces Her Next Career Move
Los Angeles TimesGayle King signs new deal with CBS News
The GuardianAfter months of speculation, Gayle King is staying at CBS News
New York PostGayle King’s CBS News future revealed after months of speculation
CNNGayle King renews deal with CBS News, ending speculation about her exit | CNN Business
Overview
CBS News said Wednesday it reached an agreement with Gayle King, 71, to continue as co-host of 'CBS Mornings'.
King's renewal ends months of speculation after Bari Weiss's arrival and reports that Paramount considered trimming her salary or reducing her role, with her contract set to end in May, according to reports.
King said, 'Rumors of my demise were inaccurate and greatly exaggerated,' Bari Weiss praised King, and CBS News president Tom Cibrowski called King and Nate Burleson 'fantastic partners,' according to statements.
Reports place King's pay at roughly $13 million to $15 million annually and describe her as earning an eight-figure salary, while 'CBS Mornings' ranks third in morning show ratings behind NBC's 'Today' and ABC's 'Good Morning America.'
CBS is searching for at least one new co-host and says it will continue to 'evolve' 'CBS Mornings,' and Paramount is pursuing regulatory approval to complete its deal to take over Warner Bros. Discovery in the third quarter of this year, according to reports.
Analysis
Analysis unavailable for this viewpoint.
FAQ
Gayle King's previous annual salary was reported to be roughly $13 million to $15 million.[1]
Reports indicate Gayle King may have accepted a pay cut to around $10 million annually from her previous $15 million, though the exact terms of the new deal are undisclosed.[6]
Gayle King and Nate Burleson are continuing as co-hosts; Tony Dokoupil has departed to host CBS Evening News, leaving an open seat.[1]
Bari Weiss, the new CBS News editor-in-chief since October 2025, has led a strategic overhaul including contributor additions and format shifts, amid rumors of changes to King's role.
CBS Mornings ranks third in morning show ratings, behind NBC's Today and ABC's Good Morning America.[story]
