Archive · 24 Jul 2025
Tanya Simon Named New Executive Producer of 60 Minutes
Tanya Simon, who has worked at 60 Minutes for a long time, is now the boss!
She's the new Executive Producer, which means she's in charge of making the show.
This is a big deal because she's the first woman to have the job.
The show has been on for almost 60 years, and she's only the fourth person to be in charge.
She's been with the show for 25 years and before becoming the top boss she was the executive editor.
This happens after the old boss left and after a legal situation.
Tanya Simon is named Executive Producer of CBS News’ 60 Minutes.
Simon is the fourth executive producer in the program's 57-year history.
She is the first woman to hold the executive producer role.
Simon has been with 60 Minutes for 25 years, previously as executive editor.
The appointment follows Bill Owens' departure and a settlement with Donald Trump.
- Who
- Tanya Simon.
- What
- Tanya Simon was named Executive Producer of CBS News’ 60 Minutes.
- When
- Recently, following Bill Owens' departure.
- Where
- At CBS News.
- Why
- To lead the newsmagazine and continue its legacy of journalism.
- New Executive Producer
- Tanya Simon
- Program
- 60 Minutes
- Simon's Tenure
- 25 years
- Previous Role
- Executive Editor
- Predecessor
- Bill Owens
- First Woman
- Yes