John Dickerson

John Dickerson has a long and distinguished career in journalism and television hosting, with a track record of both front-of-camera and behind-the-scenes roles. He began co-anchoring "CBS Evening News" with Maurice DuBois in January 2025, following a successful tenure as the moderator of "Face the Nation". Dickerson also served as the interim anchor for "CBS Evening News" in 2019 and was named a co-host of "CBS This Morning" in 2018. In addition to these roles, Dickerson has consistently contributed to "60 Minutes" as a correspondent, expanding his journalistic reach.

Outside of his television work, Dickerson is an accomplished author, with titles such as "On Her Trail: My Mother, Nancy Dickerson, TV News' First Woman Star" and "The Hardest Job in the World: The American Presidency" to his credit. His writing has been praised by reputable sources, with Publishers Weekly offering an "evenhanded and insightful" review of his examination of the American presidency. His contribution to literature extends beyond books, as Dickerson has also been a regular columnist for Slate magazine, further developing his analytical and communication skills.

Dickerson's reach is not limited to television and print media. He has made significant contributions to online education, providing educational videos for Khan Academy during the 2018 midterm elections. He has also been a regular guest on various podcasts, such as "Whistlestop" and the "Slate Political Gabfest," and has made appearances on shows like "The Al Franken Show" and C-SPAN. An alumnus of Sidwell Friends School and the University of Virginia, Dickerson's broad media presence and extensive experience make him an authoritative figure in the media landscape.