Who was Katie Spikes? Journalist known for 'Larry King Live', '60 Minutes' shows passed away at age of 53

After fighting cancer for a long time, CBS News journalist for 20 years, Katie Spikes passed away at the age of 53. She was known for her popular show ‘60 Minutes’ and "Larry King Live".

'60 Minutes'

Paying tribute to the long-time producer, CBS News said in its official Facebook page post: "We at 60 Minutes are mourning the loss of our longtime producer, Katie Spikes, and extend our deepest sympathies to her family. Katie exemplified the best of 60 Minutes, in her work at CBS News for three decades, and as our beloved colleague and friend." Katie's friend, Eric Schwartzreich, who is a criminal defense attorney said that he could not believe that the news is true.

Larry King Live

CBS News Evening tweeted that it had lost a family member. Earlier, Katie worked for CNN and was associated with the iconic show ‘Larry King Live’. She quit CNN and moved to CBS News. Later she joined ‘60 Minutes’ as its Senior Story Editor and guest coordinator.

Barack Obama

Celebrities Barack Obama, Michael Lewis, and Joaquin Phoenix appeared on this show. Katie was also involved with the ‘60 Minutes’ feature on pop icon Tony Bennet. Lady Gaga appeared in this show. Spikes was living in New Jersey with her family members. Netizens have paid rich tributes to the journalist.

FAQs:

Q1. For which iconic show prior to 60 Minutes, Katie Spikes was known?
A1. Earlier, Katie worked for CNN and was associated with the iconic show ‘Larry King Live’. She quit CNN and moved to CBS News.

Q2. What did Katie Spikes make special for '60 Minutes'?
A2. Katie Spikes joined ‘60 Minutes’ as its Senior Story Editor and guest coordinator. Celebrities Barack Obama, Michael Lewis, and Joaquin Phoenix appeared on this show. Katie was also involved with the "60 Minutes" feature on pop icon Tony Bennet. Lady Gaga appeared in this show.