Gayle King Expected to Leave CBS Mornings

Variety reported that Gayle King is expected to step down as co‑host of CBS Mornings when her contract expires in May 2026 and could move to a different or behind‑the‑scenes role, possibly producing her own programming. CBS issued a statement saying there have been no discussions with King about her contract through May 2026 and that she is a "truly valued part of CBS." King told TMZ and other outlets she has heard the opposite inside the building but said "I am here and glad to be here," that she likes her job and colleagues, and that she won't "negotiate it in the media." The reports follow broad corporate upheaval at CBS after Paramount’s Skydance acquisition and recent layoffs, which have fueled speculation about talent moves; for now both King and CBS emphasize there are no active negotiations, though outlets say internal planning could be occurring.