Trending Now - Steve Kroft Reflects on Dislike for Intense '60 Minutes' Environment
WHO:
Deadline - Steve Kroft, a longtime correspondent for "60 Minutes"
Variety - Bill O'Reilly, conservative commentator and host of the podcast "We’ll Do It Live!"
WHAT:
Deadline - Steve Kroft stated that "60 Minutes" was "really appealing" to him, but he "didn’t really seriously think about it" before joining the show.
Variety - Kroft expressed that the demanding nature of the job at "60 Minutes" made it feel like it was “just 24 hours a day.”
Deadline - Steve Kroft stated he “probably wouldn’t” do his 30-year tenure at "60 Minutes" all over again when asked by Bill O'Reilly.
NY Post - Kroft described the work environment at "60 Minutes" as “cutthroat” and “toxic,” saying, “You’re dodging the shivs every time you go in… somebody wants to kill you.”
Deadline - Steve Kroft stated he “hated” working at "60 Minutes" due to its competitive nature and nonstop news cycle.
Variety - Kroft mentioned that he won numerous awards during his 30-year tenure, including Emmys, Peabody Awards, and a Lifetime Achievement Award.
WHEN:
Deadline - The interview with Bill O'Reilly took place recently, although the exact date is not specified.
Variety - Kroft's tenure at "60 Minutes" lasted for 30 years, but specific start and end dates are not provided.
WHY:
NY Post - Kroft described the work environment at "60 Minutes" as one where "somebody wants to kill you," highlighting the intense competition among colleagues.
Deadline - Kroft expressed that the intense environment of "60 Minutes" contributed to his dislike for working there.
HOW:
Variety - Kroft described the work environment at "60 Minutes" as being “24 hours a day,” indicating the demanding nature of the job.
(UPDATED April 5, 2026 13:15 UTC)
Steve Kroft revealed that he found "60 Minutes" to be "really appealing," although he didn't seriously consider it before joining the show. He described the demanding nature of the job as feeling like it was "just 24 hours a day," emphasizing the intense competition among colleagues. Kroft even likened the work environment to one where "somebody wants to kill you," highlighting the pressure that comes with the role.
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(UPDATED April 5, 2026 07:17 UTC)
Steve Kroft revealed that he “probably wouldn’t” choose to repeat his three-decade career at "60 Minutes" during an interview with Bill O'Reilly. He described the work environment at the show as “cutthroat” and “toxic,” adding that it felt like “dodging the shivs every time you go in… somebody wants to kill you.” Kroft's candid remarks highlight the intense pressures faced by journalists in high-stakes news reporting.
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(UPDATED April 5, 2026 05:31 UTC)
Steve Kroft, a longtime correspondent for "60 Minutes," recently revealed that he "hated" working at the show due to its competitive nature and relentless news cycle. During his impressive 30-year tenure, Kroft earned numerous accolades, including Emmys, Peabody Awards, and a Lifetime Achievement Award, but he described the work environment as being “24 hours a day.” In a recent interview with conservative commentator Bill O'Reilly, Kroft reflected on how the intense atmosphere at "60 Minutes" contributed to his feelings about the job.