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Katie Couric Replacement Leaked?

04/05/2011
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(TMZ) CBS network sources tell TMZ that Katie Couric's replacement for the "CBS Evening News" will be Scott Pelley.

We're told Pelley, a veteran journalist and "60 Minutes" correspondent, is the choice of CBS News Chairman Jeff Fager. We're told Fager, who became Chairman in February, took the position on the condition he could decide who takes the desk.

We're told Pelley, 53, is the choice for two reasons. First, he's well-liked and respected by his bosses, and second ... there really is no second choice who is appealing to the CBS honchos. more on this story

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