Katie Couric Joins Yahoo As Global Anchor

Katie Couric officially joined Yahoo! as its "global anchor" on Monday.


CEO Marissa Mayer confirmed the news on Tumblr, stating: "Starting in early 2014, Katie will lead a growing team of correspondents at Yahoo News who will cover the world's most interesting stories and newsmakers."

Mayer, 38, explained that Couric, 56, will be "the face of Yahoo news," including features for the site's homepage, and will also continue to host her syndicated talk show "Katie."




The news comes a few days after Couric was reportedly parting ways with ABC News, where she has been a special correspondent.


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