CBS News contributor Peter Attia has ended his promotional relationship with a wellness company following widespread public backlash over past email exchanges involving Jeffrey Epstein. Attia, a physician and popular podcaster who joined CBS News in 2025, had been affiliated with a nutrition and supplement brand but stepped down from his role as Chief Science Officer after the emails resurfaced online. In a public statement, Attia described the messages as “tasteless and indefensible,” expressing regret and acknowledging that the controversy had become a distraction from his work. The company confirmed his departure but did not disclose the terms of the separation. CBS News has not issued an official comment, and Attia’s contract with the network remains in effect for now. Network executives were reportedly considering whether to cut ties amid the backlash. Attia emphasized that he was not involved in any criminal activity and stated that his interactions with Epstein had no connection to sexual abuse or exploitation. He issued a formal apology, accepting responsibility for the embarrassment caused by the emails and noting that he would not make the same choices today.