Commemoration of veteran CBS journalist and White House correspondent, Mark Knoller, over his years of service.

CBS News Reporter Mark Knoller Passes Away

Mark Knoller, a longtime CBS News reporter, passed away over the weekend at the age of 73. His death was announced by the White House press corps, marking a significant loss for both the White House press corps and the journalism community.

Throughout his extensive career spanning several decades, Knoller covered presidents from George H.W. Bush to Trump. His reporting was characterized by his pursuit of behind-the-scenes details from White House officials, and he was known for his data-driven approach that influenced not only his own work but also that of the press corps as a whole.

Knoller spent decades in the White House briefing room, where he was a familiar figure. He was known for his ability to provide insight into the normality of White House procedures when questioned by other reporters. His radio pieces, a common feature in news broadcasts, were marked by his distinctive voice and the way he would bellow out the news while recording.

In addition to his work in the White House briefing room, Knoller worked in shared workspaces called press filing centers around the world. His colleagues and competitors knew him well in these spaces, and he was known for his generosity and collaboration with fellow journalists.

Steven Portnoy, a current ABC News reporter, worked alongside Knoller at CBS. He described Knoller as a mentor and a "tireless champion for accuracy and fairness." Portnoy added, "Mark's passing leaves a void that will be impossible to fill."

Knoller maintained extensive digital files documenting various aspects of presidents' activities, such as golfing frequency, states visited, and words used. His meticulous record-keeping was a testament to his belief in the importance of both the president's prerogative to shape the office and the press' responsibility to document changes for history.

In a statement, CBS News said, "Mark Knoller was a legend in the White House press corps. He was a tireless reporter who brought a level of detail and insight to his work that was unmatched. He will be deeply missed by all of us at CBS News and by the journalism community as a whole."

Knoller's passing is a significant loss for the journalism community, not just for his contributions to journalism but also for his personal qualities. He was known for his kindness, humility, and generosity, and he will be remembered fondly by all who knew him.