Katie Couric Parts Ways With Yahoo After Three Years

Katie Couric is leaving her position at Yahoo after three years on the job.

The 60-year-old television personality was reportedly paid $10 million a year in cash and stock as its global news anchor.

Katie released an official statement about leaving the company.

“I’m very proud of my time at Yahoo anchoring live events, political coverage and breaking news with a team of very talented journalists,” said in a statement to The Hollywood Reporter.

She continued, “Over the past three years, we have produced a wide range of high-quality video content that was delivered to millions of viewers. I learned some valuable lessons during my tenure, which I will take with me as I continue to create, develop and produce a variety of content for different platforms in this constantly evolving landscape.”

Katie will continue to work with the company on a project by project basis in addition to her web series with Sur La Table, her production company and her upcoming scripted drama for Netflix.