Why Lester Holt Left 'NBC Nightly News'
- Lester Holt, who led NBC Nightly News since 2015, anchored his final broadcast on Friday, May 30, 2025.
- Holt announced in February 2025 that he would step down to gain flexibility for more in-depth reporting through Dateline.
- Tom Llamas, an NBC correspondent with over 25 years of experience, will become managing editor and anchor starting Monday, June 2, 2025.
- Tom Llamas will become the first Latino to serve as a weeknight anchor for NBC Nightly News and expressed enthusiasm about collaborating with the outstanding news teams at Nightly News and Top Story to deliver key stories to viewers.
- Holt’s departure reflects a broader trend of veteran anchors leaving evening news roles while continuing other projects like Dateline.
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Why Lester Holt left 'NBC Nightly News'
A new anchor will debut on "NBC Nightly News" Monday night after the departure of longtime anchor Lester Holt.
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