CBS Saturday Morning to feature last show with co-hosts Miller and Jacobson amid looming layoffs
In a significant shake-up at CBS, “CBS Saturday Morning” will air its final episode this weekend featuring co-hosts Michelle Miller and Dana Jacobson. This development has left staff members feeling anxious amid a climate of uncertainty regarding future job cuts across the network.
The decision to oust Miller, Jacobson, and executive producer Brian Applegate comes as part of a broader restructuring initiative led by CBS News editor in chief Bari Weiss and network president Tom Cibrowski. As reported initially, this overhaul is part of a tough round of layoffs that has already seen approximately 100 positions eliminated, coinciding with parent company Paramount Skydance’s recent decision to cut about 1,000 jobs.
The lack of clear communication from network leaders regarding who will replace the departing hosts and what the future direction of the show will be has contributed to feelings of unease among employees. A CBS insider expressed frustration, characterizing the situation as indicative of a network that appears lacking in strategic direction. “This is a network that has no plans,” the insider remarked.
Despite the apprehension surrounding the show’s future, a source hinted that there is, in fact, a plan in place for the program, though details remain scant at this time. Reports indicate that Adriana Diaz, who previously co-hosted “CBS Mornings Plus,” will step in to fill the gap on November 29. Although Diaz has been considered for a permanent role, insiders suggest she may not be interested in making the transition.
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In the absence of a clearly defined host lineup, discussions among insiders have floated several names, including Elaine Quijano, Errol Barnett, Kelly O’Grady, and Jericka Duncan, as potential candidates to take over hosting duties on a temporary basis.
The management upheaval follows the departure of several high-profile figures, including “CBS Evening News” anchor John Dickerson and various correspondents such as Janet Shamlian, Nancy Chen, and Nikki Battiste. Among those affected, Debora Patta is reportedly considering legal action against the network after being let go, even after recently signing a new contract.
The impending job cuts loom large over CBS as additional layoffs are expected, with Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison recently announcing plans to cut another 1,600 positions as part of an organizational review. The timing and extent of these further reductions remain unclear, leaving employees at CBS News in a state of apprehension regarding their job security and the future of the network’s weekend programming.
