Peter Attia resigns from CBS News amid revelations about ties to Epstein

Media | The Guardian · Sara Braun · last updated February 24, 2026 – 12:56 PM

Controversial doctor steps down as contributor after Epstein files reveal communication between the two men

Controversial longevity expert Dr Peter Attia has resigned from his post as a CBS News contributor after correspondence between Attia and convicted sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein was made public.

The Hollywood Reporter first broke the news of Attia’s departure.

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