Fired ‘60 Minutes’ star Scott Pelley roasted for claiming he was ‘in combat’ in Iraq and Afghanistan: ‘Low-rent Brian Williams’
Scott Pelley, a former correspondent for '60 Minutes', is facing backlash for claiming he was 'in combat' in Iraq and Afghanistan. His comments have drawn ridicule on social media, with critics comparing him to Brian Williams, who faced similar accusations. Despite his long career in conflict zones, many believe his statements exaggerate the nature of his experiences.
- ▪Scott Pelley claimed to have been in combat in Iraq and Afghanistan, which sparked widespread mockery online.
- ▪He was recently fired from CBS News following a public clash with the new executive producer of '60 Minutes'.
- ▪Pelley has reported from various conflict zones over his career, including Iraq, Afghanistan, and Ukraine.
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Media Fired ‘60 Minutes’ star Scott Pelley roasted for claiming he was ‘in combat’ in Iraq and Afghanistan: ‘Low-rent Brian Williams’ By Ariel Zilber Published June 3, 2026, 10:28 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Fired “60 Minutes” star Scott Pelley is facing ridicule after claiming he had “been in combat” in Afghanistan and Iraq as he touted his career following his dramatic ouster from CBS News. “I have been in combat in Afghanistan. I have been in combat in Iraq. I have been in the war zone in Ukraine multiple times, risking my life and the happiness of my family because of my devotion to the broadcast,” Pelley told the New York Times.
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