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Sharyn Alfonsi

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Sharyn Alfonsi is a prominent American broadcast journalist best known as a correspondent and co-anchor for CBS News's flagship newsmagazine program '60 Minutes.' She has built a distinguished career in television journalism spanning over two decades, covering major national and international stories across politics, business, health, and culture. Her reporting is known for its depth, accountability focus, and access to high-profile subjects. Alfonsi joined CBS News in 2011 after previously serving as a correspondent and anchor at ABC News, where she covered breaking news and contributed to programs including 'Good Morning America' and 'World News.' Her transition to '60 Minutes' elevated her profile significantly, where she has produced and reported numerous award-winning investigative segments.

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Last updated Oct 14, 2026 by the ATDb Editorial Team · Connections updated Oct 21, 2026

Role
Co-Anchor / Correspondent
Company
CBS News / 60 Minutes
Based
New York, New York, United States
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Bio

Sharyn Alfonsi is a prominent American broadcast journalist best known as a correspondent and co-anchor for CBS News's flagship newsmagazine program '60 Minutes.' She has built a distinguished career in television journalism spanning over two decades, covering major national and international stories across politics, business, health, and culture. Her reporting is known for its depth, accountability focus, and access to high-profile subjects. Alfonsi joined CBS News in 2011 after previously serving as a correspondent and anchor at ABC News, where she covered breaking news and contributed to programs including 'Good Morning America' and 'World News.' Her transition to '60 Minutes' elevated her profile significantly, where she has produced and reported numerous award-winning investigative segments.

Career

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Expertise & education

Expertise

Investigative JournalismBroadcast NewsLong-form ReportingPolitical ReportingBusiness Journalism

Education

  • B.A., Journalism, University of Southern Mississippi

Speaking topics

Investigative JournalismMedia and Press FreedomLong-form Storytelling

Recognition

Notable achievements

  • Long-tenured correspondent and co-anchor at CBS News '60 Minutes'
  • Multiple Emmy Award-winning investigative reports
  • Covered major breaking news events at ABC News including 9/11 aftermath and Hurricane Katrina

Awards

Emmy Award (multiple)Edward R. Murrow Award (reported)
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