May 31 (UPI) — Anthony Mason has been named interim anchor of the “CBS Evening News,” while the program’s current host Scott Pelley moves to “60 Minutes” full time.
Pelley will also report on major stories and breaking news events across the CBS News division, the network said.
“Scott brought the best values of ’60 Minutes’ to the ‘CBS Evening News,’ and we thank him for his commitment to the journalism of this broadcast every night these past six years,” David Rhodes, president of CBS News, said in a statement Wednesday. “The milestone 50th season of ’60 Minutes’ requires Scott’s full contribution, and we look forward to important reporting from him for many years to come.”
“Scott’s work over many years at ’60 Minutes’ has been extraordinary. So has his dedication to consequential reporting,” added Jeff Fager, executive producer of “60 Minutes.” “It is exciting for all of us, and good for our viewers, that he will be focusing all of his efforts on ’60 Minutes.'”
“I find my heart filled with gratitude for the opportunity to know you, humility in light of your sacrifices, and hope for the future of journalism because of the standards you live by,” Pelley said of his colleagues at the “CBS Evening News.” “CBS has been great to me for nearly 30 years. I’m glad to accept this assignment with continuing gratitude.”
