The Anchor Can't Stop Talking About Himself
Variety••entertainment
Key Points:
- CBS Evening News anchor Tony Dokoupil, in his fifth night on the job, delivered a muddled and vague commentary on the shooting of Renée Good by an ICE agent, calling for mutual respect without taking a clear stance.
- Dokoupil's attempt at a unifying message was criticized as lacking substance and clarity, with comparisons drawn to Jerry Springer's superficial "Final Thoughts" rather than Walter Cronkite's authoritative reporting.
- The anchor has been accused of prioritizing his personal narrative and star persona over traditional news reporting, including emotional on-air moments and self-promotional segments.
- Critics note Dokoupil's blurred line between news and opinion, exemplified by his ambiguous remarks on political figures and issues, reflecting CBS News
