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Why Was Scott Pelley Fired From '60 Minutes'? What to Know

Scott Pelley was fired by CBS’ 60 Minutes after 37 years with the network. “There has never been anything in America like 60 Minutes,” Pelley said in a statement on June 2, 2026. “60 has been the number-one program in America for decades because our beloved audience finds integrity, quality and humanity in our stories.” Us Weekly confirmed earlier that month that Pelley’s contract was terminated after a verbal clash with Nick Bilton, who was named the show’s executive producer in May 2026. “You should hear this from me first. We have parted ways with Scott Pelley,” a memo s...