CBS insiders believe Bill Whitaker, Lesley Stahl could be next ‘60 Minutes’ staffers to go after Scott Pelley’s fiery exit
CBS insiders are speculating that correspondents Bill Whitaker and Lesley Stahl may be the next to leave '60 Minutes' following the recent firing of Scott Pelley. The abrupt exit of Pelley has created pressure on veteran correspondents, with rumors of their potential retirements resurfacing. CBS News management is reportedly allowing Whitaker and Stahl to make their own decisions regarding their futures at the network.
- ▪Bill Whitaker and Lesley Stahl are rumored to be considering their departures from '60 Minutes'.
- ▪Scott Pelley was fired for cause, leading to speculation about the future of other correspondents.
- ▪CBS News management is reportedly allowing Whitaker and Stahl to leave on their own terms.
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Media exclusive details CBS insiders believe Bill Whitaker, Lesley Stahl could be next ‘60 Minutes’ staffers to go after Scott Pelley’s fiery exit By Alexandra Steigrad Published June 3, 2026, 1:46 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google CBS News insiders are speculating that “60 Minutes” correspondent Bill Whitaker and Lesley Stahl are the next to exit the storied broadcast following fired journalist Scott Pelley out the door, The Post has learned. A source close to the situation said that Whitaker could make his move as soon as Wednesday. “I think Bill is next,” said a source close to the network.
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