Katie Couric and the Today Show
Katie Couric was a co-host and anchor for NBC's Today show from 1991 to 2006. During her tenure, she helped anchor the morning program's news and interview segments, contributing to the show's high ratings in the 1990s and early 2000s.
Salary and Contract Details
Reports indicate Katie Couric signed a multi-year contract extension with NBC in 2004, with annual compensation estimated in the range of $10 million to $11 million. Her overall deal with NBC, which included Today and special projects, was reported to be worth tens of millions over its term.
Career After Today
After leaving Today, Couric became the anchor of the CBS Evening News, making her the first solo female anchor of a major U.S. network evening broadcast. She later worked as a global correspondent for Yahoo News and has continued to appear in documentary and media projects.
