Norah O'Donnell's Financial Standing: Her Earnings from CBS News
NEW YORK - OCTOBER 01: CBS News anchors Norah O’Donnell (L) and Margaret Brennan moderate the debate between Republican vice presidential nominee, Sen. JD Vance (R-OH) and Democratic vice presidential nominee, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz at the CBS Broadcast Center on October 1, 2024 in New York City. in a debate at the CBS Broadcast Center on October 1, 2024 in New York City. This is expected to be the only vice presidential debate of the 2024 general election. (Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images)
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Norah O’Donnell has officially said goodbye to CBS Evening News, which she called the “honor of a lifetime.”

Reflecting on her time with the program during her final broadcast on Thursday, January 23, O’Donnell mentioned that the CBS Evening News is the longest-running evening newscast in America and highlighted the importance of the dedicated journalists who work hard to bring the news to viewers every night. She emphasized that journalism matters and expressed gratitude for the support she received from the audience.

“So, from the bottom of my heart, thank you for trusting us and welcoming hard news with heart into your homes.”

Find out more below.

How Long Was Norah O’Donnell with CBS Evening News?

O’Donnell was with the program for five and a half years, starting in May 2019 and concluding with her final broadcast on January 23, 2025.

In 2019, O’Donnell assumed the role of lead anchor for the iconic news program, succeeding Jeff Glor. This position has been held by broadcasting legends such as Walter Cronkite and Dan Rather, and O’Donnell carried on their legacy during her time with the show.

What Was Norah O’Donnell’s CBS Evening News Salary?

As reported by The Post in 2022, O’Donnell’s annual salary was $3.8 million, down from her previous $8 million.

What Is Norah O’Donnell’s Net Worth?

O’Donnell has an estimated net worth of $22 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth.

Who Is Replacing Norah O’Donnell on CBS Evening News?

O’Donnell is being replaced by 60 Minutes alum John Dickerson and CBS anchor Maurice DuBois.

Why Did Norah O’Donnell Leave CBS Evening News?

When O’Donnell announced her decision to step down from the evening news program in July 2024, she communicated this news to the staff via a letter. In the letter, she explained that after the election that year, she would be leaving her position as anchor and managing editor of the CBS Evening News to pursue a new role within the network.

“There’s so much work to be proud of! But I have spent 12 years in the anchor chair here at CBS News, connected to a daily broadcast and the rigors of a relentless news cycle,” O’Donnell noted, before explaining her reason for leaving: “It’s time to do something different.”

So, while she is leaving the evening news program, O’Donnell will remain with CBS News as a senior correspondent.

“I’m pleased to share that I have made a long-term commitment to CBS News to continue to do the same storytelling and big interviews that have been our hallmark. I will continue to contribute to Evening News and all of our news broadcasts, including 60 Minutes.”

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