NEW YORK, Dec. 3 (UPI) -- U.S. journalist, producer and author Ben Sherwood has been named the new president of ABC News.
The announcement was made Friday by Anne Sweeney, co-chair of Disney Media Networks and president of Disney/ABC Television Group, to whom Sherwood will report.
In this position, he will be responsible for all editorial, programming and digital aspects of our global news business encompassing all ABC News programs on the ABC Television Network, ABC News Radio, ABC News.com and ABC News NOW.
"Ben's proven success in the news business, along with his entrepreneurial spirit, creativity, and keen intellect, make him the ideal choice to lead ABC News into the future. His previous tenure at ABC led to the most successful seasons in 'Good Morning America's' history, and his success as a bestselling author and digital entrepreneur demonstrate a unique skill set that is as valuable as it is diverse," Sweeney said in a statement.
"It's a great honor and privilege to be asked to lead this amazing news organization, and I am humbled by the opportunity," Sherwood added. "For more than 20 years, I've known firsthand of the passion, excellence and integrity of the people who work for ABC News. I am thrilled to be coming back home, and look forward to harnessing our innovation and creativity to build on our great history of success."
In addition to his career in news, Sherwood also founded TheSurvivorsClub.org, an online resource center and support network for people surviving and thriving in the face of all kinds of adversity.
