Charles Osgood to leave ‘Sunday’

Charles Osgood, longtime anchor of “CBS Sunday Morning,” announced on Sunday that he plans to retire after 22 years leading the broadcast. His career spanning 45 years at CBS News will be celebrated during his final show on Sept. 25.

“For years now, people — even friends and family — have been asking me why I keep doing this considering my age — I am pushing 84,” he said on Sunday’s show. “It’s just that it’s been such a joy doing it . ... It’s been a great run, but after nearly 50 years at CBS ... the time has come.”

He will continue as the host of his daily news commentaries radio show, “The Osgood File,” and will make occasional appearances on “CBS Sunday Morning.” Osgood joined CBS News in 1971 and has served as an anchor and reporter for every news broadcast on the network. The special edition of “CBS Sunday Morning” honoring Osgood will feature a look at the legendary broadcaster’s career.