Gayle King Expected to Leave ‘CBS Mornings’ Next Year: Report

Gayle King is reportedly expected to part ways with CBS Mornings in 2026 amid the network’s overhaul following its recent merger with Skydance Media. Variety reported on Thursday, October 30, that King, 70, is expected to depart as an anchor next year. Her contract is set to expire in May 2026. The outlet reported that there is potential for King to stay on in a different role at the news division amid the ongoing changes at CBS. A CBS News spokesperson told Us Weekly in a statement, “There have been no discussions with Gayle about her contract that runs through May 2026. She’s a truly valued