Former CBS Anchor Josh Elliott Spotted at Singles Bars Amid Messy Divorce Proceedings
Former CBS News personality Josh Elliott, aged 54, has reportedly been seen frequenting bars popular with middle-aged singles in Connecticut's Fairfield County. This comes amid a heated and ongoing divorce from his wife, ABC News journalist Liz Cho, aged 55. The couple, who married in 2015 after two years of dating, are now embroiled in contentious legal battles following Elliott's filing for divorce last year, citing an "irretrievable" breakdown of their nearly decade-long marriage.
Dating Scene Activity and Legal Disputes
A source close to the situation revealed to PageSix that Elliott is actively exploring the dating scene, stating, "Josh is out and about on the dating scene in Fairfield County. He's been seen at bars in the area where middle-aged singles congregate." However, a second source clarified that while Elliott is open to meeting new people, he is not currently dating anyone, emphasizing that his daughter remains his top priority.
The divorce proceedings have escalated into a series of legal disputes. Elliott filed for a "dissolution of the marriage" seeking an equitable distribution of property. In response, Cho filed for contempt against Elliott after he moved out of their $4.2 million marital home in January 2026 while she and their daughter were on vacation. Cho claimed she only learned of his departure through a notification from Optimum about his new internet setup.
Allegations of Property Removal and Missing Items
Court documents obtained by PageSix detail Cho's allegations that Elliott removed a "significant amount of furniture and furnishings" from their home, including taking their two Portuguese Water dogs, which she asserted were supposed to remain at the residence. Additionally, Cho reported missing a valuable watch and earrings from her jewelry bag, alleging that Elliott, as the only other person with access, was in possession of these items. She described these actions as a "willful violation" of court orders.
In his defense, Elliott objected to Cho's motion for contempt, labeling the allegations as "false and inflammatory." He denied ransacking the home, stating he only removed limited personal property to create a safe haven from what he described as Cho's "escalating and erratic behavior" directed at him and his minor child. Elliott claimed he took furnishings to escape a "hostile environment" and asserted that Cho had been monitoring his phone calls and rifling through his possessions.
Extensive Evidence Requests and Career Background
Cho's legal response included extensive requests for evidence, demanding copies of written correspondence between Elliott and any romantic or sexual partners from July 11, 2015, to the present, covering platforms like Facebook, WeChat, voicemails, and text messages. Elliott objected, calling these requests "unreasonable, unnecessary, harassing and not likely to lead to the discovery of admissible evidence." Cho also sought bank statements, travel documentation, and evidence of Elliott's job searches.
Elliott's career adds context to the situation; he was fired from CBS News in February 2017 after announcing he was stepping down for a larger role within the company without his bosses' knowledge. A source at the time noted, "Josh was told he had shown bad judgement by making the announcement, and was walked out of the building by security." Rumors suggest he may return to CBS Mornings as the divorce proceedings continue.
Ongoing Legal and Financial Demands
The divorce has seen further financial demands from Cho, who is seeking records of monies spent for or by any romantic partners, as well as property transfers. The Daily Mail has reached out to representatives for both parties, including Elliott's firm Needle & Cuda and Cho's legal teams at Blank Rome LLP and MeehanLaw LLC, for comments on the ongoing case.
As the legal battles unfold, Elliott's presence at singles bars highlights the personal toll of this high-profile split, with both parties entrenched in allegations and counter-allegations that show no signs of abating soon.
