CBS is reforming its weekend news, appointing new hosts for “CBS Saturday Morning.” On January 9, CBS News confirmed that Adriana Diaz and Kelly O’Grady will take the helm of the program starting January 10. They replace Michelle Miller and Dana Jacobson, who anchored the show from 2018 to 2025. Both Diaz and O’Grady have significant experience within CBS News.
CBS Saturday Morning Hosts: Background and Experience
Adriana Diaz joined CBS News in 2012. She previously hosted “CBS Mornings Plus” and the Saturday edition of “CBS Weekend News.” Diaz was part of the Emmy Award-winning team for “39 Days,” which chronicled the aftermath of the Parkland school shooting in 2018. She expressed excitement about her new role, emphasizing the show’s strong history of impactful journalism.
Kelly O’Grady became part of the CBS News Network in 2024. She served as a MoneyWatch correspondent and provided coverage on various significant topics, including NCAA athlete contracts related to name, image, and likeness. O’Grady looks forward to uplifting viewers while offering crucial business insights as economic issues directly impact their lives.
Goals for CBS Saturday Morning
Shawna Thomas, executive producer of “CBS Mornings,” stated that the new hosts will help audiences better understand the stories that affect their lives and the world. Both Diaz and O’Grady aim to engage viewers and enrich their weekend experience.
Transition to New Hosts
Since November, CBS Saturday Morning has featured a variety of rotating anchors, including Vladimir Duthiers and Lindsey Reiser. The addition of Diaz and O’Grady signals CBS’s commitment to providing informative and engaging news content on weekends.
Air Time and Format
“CBS Saturday Morning” broadcasts on CBS at 7 a.m. ET every Saturday. Diaz and O’Grady will alternate hosting duties while also contributing to “CBS News 24/7 Mornings” on CBS’s streaming news service.
- Show Name: CBS Saturday Morning
- New Hosts: Adriana Diaz and Kelly O’Grady
- Previous Hosts: Michelle Miller and Dana Jacobson (2018-2025)
- Start Date: January 10
- Air Time: Saturdays at 7 a.m. ET
- Recent Changes: Tony Dokoupil appointed anchor of CBS Evening News
The transition reflects CBS’s broader strategy to enhance its weekend news offerings, ensuring viewers remain informed and engaged. The new hosting duo brings a wealth of experience, promising to deliver impactful journalism that resonates with their audience.
