AceShowbiz - Gayle King is set to remain a prominent figure at CBS News, dispelling rumors about her departure. Despite speculation, the CBS Mornings host confirmed to The Wall Street Journal that she is dedicated to continuing her role at the network. "Rumors of my demise were inaccurate and greatly exaggerated," King said, emphasizing her long-term commitment to CBS.

With a contract reportedly valued at $15 million and set to expire in May, details regarding her renewal are still pending. However, King expressed enthusiasm for the future, stating, "I'm excited about continuing at CBS Mornings. As always, I'm open to new adventures here and ready to go."

This announcement comes amid a period of significant restructuring at CBS following Paramount executive David Ellison’s appointment of Bari Weiss to lead the news team. The network has experienced several notable changes recently, including the departure of Anderson Cooper from 60 Minutes and the promotion of CBS Mornings co-host Tony Dokoupil to the evening news slot.

Bari Weiss praised King, saying, "There is only one Gayle King," and expressed pride that she will remain with CBS. She also highlighted plans to collaborate with King on innovative projects aimed at reaching new audiences, both in the morning and beyond.

Despite the network’s ongoing transformations, Gayle King remains a steadfast presence on CBS Mornings, signaling stability for viewers amid the changes. Her commitment underlines her integral role within CBS News as the network evolves.