An iconic photo of the new 60 Minutes team in Murrow's old hangout
Summary
The 60 Minutes team recently took a group photo at the Oyster Bar in Grand Central Station, a historic CBS broadcasting location. The photo honors the show's history as it approaches its 59th season, which starts on September 13 and features stories including a military rescue and a profile of the Los Angeles Rams.Key Facts
- The photo was taken by Mark Seliger, a well-known portrait photographer.
- The team includes correspondents like Lesley Stahl and Norah O'Donnell, along with contributors such as Sebastian Junger.
- The Oyster Bar in Grand Central Station has historical significance for CBS News dating back to 1939.
- Edward R. Murrow and Walter Cronkite once broadcasted from the Grand Central Terminal studios.
- Murrow’s 1954 broadcast criticizing Senator Joseph McCarthy happened at this location.
- The 59th season premiere will air on Sunday, September 13, at 7:30 p.m. ET/PT.
- The premiere includes an interview with a U.S. Air Force officer involved in a complex rescue in Iran.
- The season will also cover a story about the Los Angeles Rams football team.
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