Mychal Threets: Latino Heritage & Reading Rainbow Reboot
- "Reading Rainbow," the iconic educational program that encouraged children to read, has been rebooted with Mychal Threets, a librarian known for his engaging online presence, as its new...
- Threets addressed audience requests for a Latino host in a recent post on Threads, revealing his own Latino heritage.
- The reboot has garnered support from prominent figures including LeVar Burton, the original host of "Reading Rainbow," and also John Legend, Chrissy Teigen, and Gabrielle Union.
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“Reading Rainbow” Reboot Hosted by Mychal Threets Debuts to Excited Response
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Published October 7, 2025, at 01:34:50 AM PDT
Revival of Beloved children’s Show
“Reading Rainbow,” the iconic educational program that encouraged children to read, has been rebooted with Mychal Threets, a librarian known for his engaging online presence, as its new host.The reboot premiered on September 28, 2025, and will air new episodes every Saturday thru October 24, 2025 according to the Los Angeles Times.
Responding to Audience Feedback
Threets addressed audience requests for a Latino host in a recent post on Threads, revealing his own Latino heritage. He shared that his father is Black and his mother is Mexican and white, identifying as a mixed-race individual with deep roots in libraries and PBS programming.He expressed being “overwhelmed in the best ways” by the positive reception to the reboot.
Celebrity support and Expanded Reach
The reboot has garnered support from prominent figures including LeVar Burton, the original host of “Reading Rainbow,” and also John Legend, Chrissy Teigen, and Gabrielle Union. The show aims to make reading accessible and enjoyable for all, irrespective of race, background, or reading level.
The legacy of “Reading Rainbow”
“Reading Rainbow” originally aired on PBS from 1983 to 2006, becoming a cultural touchstone for generations of children. The show encouraged literacy by featuring book reviews, author interviews, and visits to libraries and bookstores. Its theme song, “Butterfly in the Sky,” remains instantly recognizable. The original series won numerous awards,including 26 Emmy Awards.
| Original Run | number of Seasons | emmy Awards won |
|---|---|---|
| 1983 – 2006 |