The Hollywood Reporter reports 60 Minutes executive editor Bill Owens, who was named interim 60 Minutes executive producer in the wake of Jeff Fager's firing, is said to be one of the final two candidates. He's competing in an "internal bake-off" with CBS News veteran Susan Zirinsky, who currently oversees 48 Hours and was the inspiration for Holly Hunter's character in Broadcast News.
TOPICS: 60 Minutes, CBS, Bill Owens, Jeff Fager, Susan Zirinsky, CBS News