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- After 10 years in the anchor's chair, Lester Holt concluded his tenure at NBC Nightly News on Friday.
- Holt thanked his colleagues, emphasizing the importance of teamwork in producing the newscast.
- Llamas will continue hosting his streaming show, Top Story with Tom Llamas, alongside his broadcast duties. Holt wished Llamas well in his new role, signaling a smooth transition...
Lester Holt Signs Off From NBC Nightly News After Decade
Updated May 31, 2025
After 10 years in the anchor’s chair, Lester Holt concluded his tenure at NBC Nightly News on Friday. The veteran journalist reflected on his time leading the program, expressing gratitude for the opportunity to have been welcomed into viewers’ homes each evening. His departure marks a shift in the landscape of evening news,as he transitions to a full-time role at Dateline NBC.
Holt thanked his colleagues, emphasizing the importance of teamwork in producing the newscast. He highlighted the values that guided his work, stating, “around here, facts matter, words matter, journalism matters, and you matter.” His remarks underscored the commitment to responsible reporting that defined his time at the Nightly News.
Tom Llamas will take over as anchor on June 2. Llamas will continue hosting his streaming show, Top Story with Tom Llamas, alongside his broadcast duties. Holt wished Llamas well in his new role, signaling a smooth transition for the program. This succession highlights the evolving nature of news consumption, blending customary broadcasting with digital platforms.
“After 10 years, this is my last Nightly News broadcast. as anchor, it has been an honor to lead this program and an honor to be welcomed into your homes.”
— Lester Holt
What’s next
As Holt moves to Dateline NBC, he anticipates delving into long-form journalism, exploring a “different set of news muscles.” David Muir of ABC News’ World news Tonight now holds the title of longest-tenured network evening news anchor.