CBS News has found its new Saturday morning anchors.
The network on Friday said that it would tap Adriana Diaz and Kelly O’Grady as the new co-anchors of CBS Saturday Morning, the network’s Saturday AM newscast. Diaz and O’Grady will also split hosting duties on the weekday streaming show CBS News 24/7 Mornings alongside Vladimir Duthiers, and they will continue with their reporting roles with the network.
On weekdays, the network has Gayle King and Nate Burleson host CBS Mornings, while on Sundays Jane Pauley hosts the newsmagazine-style CBS Sunday Morning.
The previous Saturday morning hosts, Michelle Miler and Dana Jacobson, exited the network last year in anticipation of an overhaul. A source said at the time that the changes predated Weiss joining CBS.
“We want our audience to walk away with a better understanding of the stories that are shaping their lives and the world around them,” said Shawna Thomas, executive producer of CBS Mornings. “Adriana and Kelly’s unique blend of experience will make that possible. We are excited for our viewers to start their weekends with them.”
It’s not clear how CBS, now under the leadership of editor-in-chief Bari Weiss, plans to overhaul the program, with the network saying that the show will continue to deliver “two hours of original reporting and an in-depth look at the week’s top stories,” as well as signature segments like the foodie-focused The Dish and the musical Saturday Sessions.
“SATMO’ is a true family that has always welcomed and given me incredible opportunities to tell in-depth stories,” Diaz added. “The show has a long history of phenomenal journalists who have led it, and I hope to honor that legacy alongside Kelly, who is a wonderful partner. I look forward to spending Saturday mornings together with our viewers!”
“Helping people start their weekend in a thoughtful and uplifting way is a responsibility I deeply value – I’m thrilled to undertake that with Adriana,” O’Grady added. “And at a time when economic issues are shaping people’s everyday decisions, I’m proud to continue my business reporting to help provide clarity and context when it matters most.”
