Adriana Diaz and Kelly O’Grady Step Into Co-Hosting Roles on ‘CBS Saturday Morning’

Adriana Diaz and Kelly O'Grady Step Into Co-Hosting Roles on 'CBS Saturday Morning'

CBS News has revealed that on Saturday, January 10, Adriana Diaz and Kelly O'Grady will make their first appearance as co-hosts of the weekend show.

Beyond this, the duo will share responsibilities in hosting 'CBS News 2/47 Mornings' alongside Vladimir Duthiers. This will air from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Eastern Time on CBS News' free national streaming news platform.

While Diaz will continue her reporting across various CBS News mediums, O'Grady will maintain her coverage on business, technology, and the economy.

"Our goal is for viewers to gain a deeper insight into the narratives shaping their lives and the world," expressed Shawna Thomas, the executive producer for 'CBS Mornings.' "Adriana and Kelly's unique experiences enable us to deliver that."

'CBS Saturday Morning', crafted by senior broadcast producer Tony Dipolvere and the Emmy-winning 'CBS Mornings' team, showcases two hours of original reporting and detailed looks at the week's prominent stories. It is renowned for segments like The Dish and Saturday Sessions, offering engaging discussions with renowned artists, authors, chefs, and musicians.

For local viewing times of 'CBS Saturday Morning', please consult your local listings.

Adriana Diaz remarked, "Being part of 'SatMo' feels like being embraced by a true family, providing amazing opportunities for storytelling. The program boasts a strong legacy of excellent journalists, and I aim to uphold that with Kelly by my side. Spending Saturday mornings with our audience is something I eagerly anticipate."

Kelly O'Grady commented, "Guiding viewers as they begin their weekends on a positive note is a gratifying duty, which I'm excited to share with Adriana. As economic matters influence daily choices, I'm grateful to continue my reporting that helps make these topics clearer."

Since joining CBS News in 2012, Diaz has taken on various roles, such as co-hosting 'CBS Mornings Plus', anchoring the Saturday 'CBS Weekend News', and serving as both an Asia correspondent in China and a Chicago correspondent.

In early 2023, she was part of the team that uncovered classified materials at a D.C. think tank linked to President Biden's vice-presidential period. She has spoken with notable figures like Colin Kaepernick, Condoleezza Rice, and Tom Hanks.

Her reporting includes extensive coverage of the Parkland school shooting and contributing to an Emmy Award-winning documentary on the resulting student movement. She also reported from the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi.

Joining CBS News as a MoneyWatch correspondent in 2024, O'Grady has delivered on intricate financial news and economic phenomena. Her reports covering tariffs, Federal Reserve policies, and secured interviews with top figures have provided clarity on complicated issues.

Apart from business reporting, O'Grady covers major sports stories, such as NCAA athletes' NIL challenges and the Boston debut of the new NWSL team. Her career path includes time at Fox Business and an academic background with an MBA from Harvard University.

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