
After two decades of award-winning journalism, Anderson Cooper's departure from '60 Minutes' is not about controversy or career shifts, but a deeply personal choice centred on family.
Anderson Cooper has officially ended his nearly 20-year stint on '60 Minutes', bringing to a close one of the most respected chapters of his broadcasting career. The veteran journalist delivered an emotional farewell during his final appearance on the CBS programme on 17 May 2026, reflecting on the work that shaped him and the decision that ultimately led him away.