ANTHONY MASON

The dancer-actor who has been largely non-political since his 1974 defection from the Soviet Union says he can no longer stay silent, as he stars in an adaptation of Chekhov's "The Cherry Orchard," whose themes of loss and freedom echo with Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Preview: In a "CBS Sunday Morning" interview to air June 19, the acclaimed ballet dancer, who has remained largely non-political since his 1974 defection from the Soviet Union, says he can no longer stay silent on Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

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The country music star talks about her new album, "Humble Quest," and what the past two years – from the pandemic to the birth of her son to social media trolls – have taught her about courage and humility.

Preview: The Grammy-nominated country music star tells "CBS Sunday Morning" that the last two years have made her stronger.

The Stones guitarist, and frontman of Keith Richards & the X-Pensive Winos, talks about his solo career; the passing of Stones drummer Charlie Watts; writing new music with Mick Jagger; and how he kicked his most persistent addiction.

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The 30-year-old singer, acclaimed for her acting debut as a teenager's crush in "Licorice Pizza," discusses with sisters Este and Danielle playing together in the Grammy-nominated band HAIM, and their history with filmmaker Paul Thomas Anderson.

Former President Barack Obama and singer-songwriter Bruce Springsteen sat down with Anthony Mason to discuss their podcast "Renegades: Born in the USA."

One of the most influential instruments of the past century – the first approved prototype of Paul's now-iconic Gibson Goldtop electric guitar – is going on the auction block this week.

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Nate Burleson has been doing morning television since 2016, but he is about to become a familiar face to a new audience.

Former NFL player Nate Burleson will join “CBS This Morning” as one of the show's three co-hosts next month.

Republican Rep. Liz Cheney joined "CBS This Morning" to discuss Tuesday House committee hearing.

Half a century ago, Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young released one of the greatest albums of the rock era. But the friendships did not endure. Crosby, Stills and Nash talk about their shared history, as "Déjà Vu" gets a delayed 50th-anniversary expanded release.

The former drummer of Nirvana on how he raised himself from the dark period following the suicide of Kurt Cobain

The country music stars talk about their collaboration; how John Osborne overcame a crippling anxiety that caused the duo to cancel shows; and the effects of TJ Osborne coming out as gay, on the family and their fan base.

"World Travel: An Irreverent Guide" incorporates the unique voice and "very emotionally-resonant memories" of the beloved late chef, author and TV host.

Anthony Mason talks to country music duo TJ and John Osborne of Brothers Osborne about their decision to take a break after John reached a breaking point with his mental health, and how they banded together as TJ decided to come out as gay in February.

The country music duo Brothers Osborne began their musical education early, but their success in Nashville wasn't assured until they joined together, with the hit single "Rum" in 2014, followed by their album, "Pawn Shop." "CBS This Morning" co-host Anthony Mason talked with John Osborne about how he overcame a crippling anxiety that caused the brothers to cancel shows; and TJ Osborne, who recently came out as gay, about that news' effects on their fan base.

Hosted by Jane Pauley. In our cover story, Tracy Smith looks at how the travel industry is set to take off once again. Plus: Norah O'Donnell interviews former President George W. Bush about his portrait paintings of immigrants; Anthony Mason talks with country music duo Brothers Osborne; Holly Williams discusses the Oscar-nominated film "Promising Young Woman" with its star, Carey Mulligan; Rita Braver finds out what travel photographer Ami Vitale and lifestyle photographer Gray Malin have been shooting while sticking close to home during the pandemic; Conor Knighton chats with TV travel host Rick Steves; David Pogue conducts an interview with astronauts aboard the International Space Station; Kelefa Sanneh meets the founder of the first music school on Easter Island; and Seth Doane visits a seventh-generation family of lemon farmers on Italy's Amalfi Coast.

Preview: In interviews to air on "CBS Sunday Morning" and "CBS This Morning," the country music hitmakers discuss John's mental health struggles and TJ coming out as gay.

A member of the hit country music duo Brothers Osborne, TJ Osborne recently came out as gay. In this preview of an interview to be broadcast on "CBS Sunday Morning" April 18, Osborne told Anthony Mason about the reaction of fans to the news.

Anthony Mason talks to country music duo TJ and John Osborne of Brothers Osborne about their decision to take a break after John reached a breaking point with his mental health.

ABC has appointed Kim Godwin as its news division president, making her the first Black woman to serve as the top news executive at a network news division.

As the majority of school districts in the country are reopening, Anthony Mason follows up with four public high school teachers he first spoke to last summer. Pedro Hernandez, Sheena Graham, Emily Krieger and Matt Baker discuss student and teacher mental health, dealing with trauma, schools reopening and standardized testing.

Hunter Biden says trauma over his mother's death led to lifelong struggles: "I don't know of a force more powerful than my family's love, except addiction."

Reflecting on his position at the Ukrainian company, Biden said he did not "fully comprehend the level to which this former administration and the people around it would go."

Reflecting on his position at the Ukrainian company, Biden said he did not "fully comprehend the level to which this former administration and the people around it would go."

Hunter Biden says trauma over his mother's death led to lifelong struggles: "I don't know of a force more powerful than my family's love, except addiction."

Hunter Biden described an emotional intervention his family staged at his father's home in Wilmington during the 2020 presidential campaign.

Hunter Biden described an emotional intervention his family staged at his father's home in Wilmington during the 2020 presidential campaign.

Hunter Biden described an emotional intervention his family staged at his father's home in Wilmington during the 2020 presidential campaign.

Hunter Biden is opening up to “CBS This Morning” co-host Anthony Mason about a heated family intervention into his past drug and alcohol addiction that resulted in an emotional confrontation with his father, President Joe Biden. After he stormed out into the family driveway, Biden said his father chased him down and gave him a “bear hug.” Biden and Mason's wide-ranging interview will air on "CBS This Morning" on Monday, April 5. Biden also speaks with Tracy Smith for "CBS Sunday Morning," airing April 4.

Obamacare enrolls five million ahead of March 31 deadline The White House is closer to a crucial goal ahead of a key deadline for the Affordable Health Care Act. Anthony Mason reports.

In a statement after the killing of George Floyd last summer, Tweedy wrote, "The modern music industry is built almost entirely on Black art. The wealth that rightfully belonged to Black artists was stolen outright." There need to be more Black artists, more Black women artists, who are headlining and on the main stages of festivals." Tweedy has been deeply influenced by Black artists, like his fellow Chicagoan Mavis Staples, for whom he's produced three albums. Tweedy's publishing company, BMI, told CBS News it has received a small number of requests to direct royalties like Tweedy has done.

Sports photographer Neil Leifer on his legendary 60-year career Only on "CBS This Morning," Anthony Mason interviews sports photojournalist Neil Leifer about his long career, including more than 200 covers, his iconic photographs, and his favorite subjects, including Muhammad Ali.

"I think most people perceive that country music is extremely conservative, and I'm not sure that's true. Gill is one of the most distinguished country artists with 21 Grammy awards, the most of any male country artist. He said he was nervous and hesitant to speak out initially, but it is something that country artists should do more. "He's out there alone on this, I mean as a major artist in country music," Mason said. "Is country music ready for this conversation?"

Country stars weigh in on the state of country music “CBS This Morning” co-host Anthony Mason talks to country artists Vince Gill, Maren Morris, Ryan Hurd and Rissi Palmer about whether the genre and the country industry is going through a reckoning from top to bottom. Plus, only on "CBS This Morning," Vince Gill plays a brand new, unreleased song he recently wrote about the ongoing fight against racism in America.

It happened this past week … the death on Friday of actor Christopher Plummer at his Connecticut home. Plummer: "Oh well, who wouldn't? At age 82 in real life, Plummer was the oldest actor to win an Oscar in a competitive acting category. With two Tonys and two Emmys also to his credit, Christopher Plummer was an actor through and through. "I was afraid of that …"Christopher Plummer was 91.

From 2011: Christopher Plummer, in his prime Canadian actor Christopher Plummer, best known for playing Captain Von Trapp in “The Sound of Music,” died on Friday, February 5, 2021, at age 91. In this interview with correspondent Anthony Mason that aired on “Sunday Morning” on December 18, 2011, Plummer talked about his reunion with the “Sound of Music” cast, and his performances in “The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo,” and in “Beginners,” playing a senior citizen who comes out as gay (a role for which he would win an Oscar).

So the computer vision syndrome is a real problem, especially in the post-COVID-19 era," he said. Some people have looked into alternative solutions, like blue light blocking glasses. Blue light, like that emanating from computer screens and smartphones, does stimulate the eyes, something that can cause sleeping problems. "Blue light is kind of stimulating, and so we usually recommend blocking blue light at night when you are trying to go to bed. You want melatonin; blue light will block the melatonin.

Whitney Houston's national anthem still the gold standard 30 years later Watch For A Limited Time Only: "CBS This Morning" co-host Anthony Mason looks back at Whitney Houston's now-famous rendition of the Star-Spangled Banner at Super Bowl XXV, how the performance came together and why the NFL tried to make last-minute changes. Available online only through February 5, 2021.

Country music star Waylon Payne catalogs journey, hardships in new album A scion of outlaw country music royalty, Waylon Payne, sits down with “CBS This Morning” co-host Anthony Mason to describe the numerous hardships he's had to endure on a long road to redemption. He catalogs his journey in his new album, “Blue Eyes, The Harlot, The Queer, The Pusher & Me," his first in 16 years.

22-year-old poet Amanda Gorman delivers stirring inauguration performance Inaugural poet Amanda Gorman captivated the nation Wednesday with her performance of "The Hill We Climb." Gorman, the country's first national Youth Poet Laureate, is being praised for meeting the moment with a work that's both hopeful and realistic. "CBS This Morning" co-host Anthony Mason has the details.

Amanda Gorman has written poems for historic occasions. Gorman, 22, became the youngest known inaugural poet when she performed at the 59th Presidential Inauguration on Wednesday. No one really gets to say, 'At 22, I am the inaugural poet,'" she told "CBS This Morning" co-host Anthony Mason before her performance. Gorman was named the nation's First Youth Poet Laureate at the age of 19. Gorman said writing became her way to overcome a daunting obstacle.

Amanda Gorman has written poems for historic occasions. Gorman, 22, became the youngest known inaugural poet when she performed at the 59th Presidential Inauguration on Wednesday. No one really gets to say, 'At 22, I am the inaugural poet,'" she told "CBS This Morning" co-host Anthony Mason before her performance. Gorman was named the nation's First Youth Poet Laureate at the age of 19. Gorman said writing became her way to overcome a daunting obstacle.

First look inside new museum that celebrates impact and influence of African Americans on music Anthony Mason gets a look inside the new National Museum of African American Music in Nashville for the first time. The museum is a celebration of African Americans' contributions to and influence across the musical landscape, and with new historical context, rewriting their role in the American soundtrack. Mason talks to Grammy winners H.E.R. and Darius Rucker about their own influences and the impact they hope this museum will have.

Tim Minchin is serious about musical satire Musician, songwriter and comedian Tim Minchin built a following that would take him worldwide. "CBS This Morning" co-host Anthony Mason talked with Minchin about his storybook journey that's taken him from West Australia to London's West End (with "Matilda: The Musical"), and about his remarkable new album, "Apart Together."

Dollar General announced it will support employees who want to receive the COVID-19 vaccine by paying their hourly team members four hours of regular pay if they get vaccinated. Nearly half of employees — 46% — support their employers making COVID-19 vaccinations mandatory, according a survey of LinkedIn users. The survey showed 40% of employees do not support the move and 14% said they were unsure. But companies and businesses across the country have taken the lead and made it mandatory to wear face coverings when indoors. "And yet, people trust businesses more and more and more.

Tim McGraw, Tyler Hubbard on Capitol riot, divisive politics and their new song "Undivided" Country music superstars Tim McGraw and Florida Georgia Line's Tyler Hubbard have teamed up for a new song, "Undivided." "CBS This Morning" co-host Anthony Mason speaks with them about the state of the country, their reaction to the attack on the Capitol and why their song's message of unity is needed now more than ever. They discuss expressing opinions on social media even when their fans may disagree on the issues. Hubbard also addresses rumors of a fight and break-up with his Florida Georgia Line bandmate Brian Kelley.

Klobuchar called out Republicans who backed the president's accusations of voter fraud but said that this incident is the tipping point for some of the president's staunchest supporters. Read a portion of their conversation below:Anthony Mason: We're joined by Senator Amy Klobuchar of Minnesota. Senator Amy Klobuchar: You know, when I hear that, I was not thinking of how it was terrifying for myself, not once. King: Do you think maybe for the first time, Senator Klobuchar, that maybe even his staunchest allies have said enough? Do you think that finally maybe this is a tipping point that something will be done with President Trump?

For his latest album, "Greenfields," Barry Gibb has taken the Bee Gees' catalogue to Music City. Born in Britain and raised in Australia, the Gibb Brothers, and Barry especially, were influenced by American country music. Their extraordinary success is chronicled in the new HBO Max documentary, "The Bee Gees: How Can You Mend a Broken Heart." The Bee Gees? Barry Gibb is keeping The Bee Gees' music alive with his new Nashville album.

Monday represented a key phase in New York City's reopening, with many offices bringing employees back for the first time. Despite the CBS and Fox moves, most news employees continue to work remotely, and the television programs that originate here have a patchwork of approaches that have quickly become familiar. A majority of the show hosts on MSNBC including Joe Scarborough, Mika Brzezinski and Willie Geist of Morning Joe work remotely. Other morning shows have varied approaches. Hoda Kotb of NBC's Today show has worked out of that show's Rockefeller Center studio, but most of her colleagues are at home.