CBS Correspondent Matt Gutman Removed From Sexual Harassment Lawsuit

On September 5, 2026, a wave of reports from Yahoo, Deadline, TheWrap, People.com and others confirmed that CBS correspondent Matt Gutman was removed as a defendant in the sexual harassment and wrongful termination suit filed by a former ABC News producer. The change appeared in filings filed that morning, and the story surfaced across entertainment and news outlets within hours, marking a sudden shift after weeks of Gutman's name appearing in the complaint. The plaintiff’s decision to drop Gutman's name appears to be the immediate catalyst for the change. Coverage notes that the former ABC employee, who had previously alleged a hostile workplace, submitted an amendment to the complaint that excludes Gutman.

The amendment was filed on the same day the story broke, and legal observers point out that amendments of this type can reshape the litigation focus. No further procedural details were provided. The Los Angeles Times emphasizes the procedural aspect, while the New York Post frames it as a dramatic twist. Other outlets such as TMZ and USA Today simply note the removal without analysis.

The reasons the plaintiff withdrew Gutman's name remain undisclosed. It is unclear whether a settlement, additional evidence, or strategic considerations drove the amendment. Future court filings and any statements from the parties will reveal if the case proceeds without Gutman and how the change affects the broader allegations against the former ABC producer. The docket will indicate any upcoming hearings.