Susan Zirinsky, born on March 3, 1952, is a distinguished American journalist and television news producer, renowned for her significant contributions to the media industry. From January 2019 to April 2021, she held the prestigious position of President of CBS News, making history as the first woman to occupy this role, and she was succeeded by Neeraj Khemlani and Wendy McMahon. Prior to her presidency, Zirinsky dedicated over two decades to CBS’s investigative series, serving as the executive producer of "48 Hours" from 1996 until 2019.
Her remarkable career is highlighted by her work as a producer on the impactful documentary "9/11," which aired on CBS in 2002 and earned her a Primetime Emmy Award in 2003. Zirinsky's influence in the industry was recognized in 2013 when she received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the International Television & Film Awards.
In her capacity as both President and Senior Executive Producer of CBS News, she oversaw the network's various broadcasts and newsgathering efforts across multiple platforms, including television, CBS News Radio, CBSNews.com, and CBSN. Zirinsky's leadership and innovation have left an indelible mark on CBS News and the broader landscape of journalism.
