Nationwide — Political commentator and television host Joy Reid is leaving MSNBC after the network announced the cancellation of her prime-time show, The ReidOut, which ran for six seasons. Her departure removes one of MSNBC’s most prominent Black women’s voices, especially amid ongoing debates about diversity and inclusion in the media.
According to AP News, MSNBC president Rebecca Kutler confirmed Reid’s departure in a memo to staff, stating, “Joy Reid is leaving the network and we thank her for her countless contributions over the years.”
In the coming weeks, rotating hosts will fill Reid’s time slot as part of MSNBC’s programming restructuring.
Reid addressed her departure on social media, expressing gratitude for her supporters. On Instagram, she wrote, “I just want to say thank you to everyone who has reached out with kindness and encouragement, both personally and in these social media streets. So very proud of the Reidout team, who are truly family, and all of our supporters & friends.”
Reid also reflected on the show’s impact during a YouTube interview with Win With Black Women, where she announced her final broadcast. While she admitted feeling a mix of emotions, she ultimately focused on gratitude.
“My show had value,” Reid said, highlighting different topics she tackled each day. “Whether it was the Black Lives Matter issues… talking about Gaza and the fact that we as the American people have… a right to object to little babies being bombed… I am not sorry that I stood up for those things.”
Reid, known for her strong progressive political views and criticism of President Trump, has earned multiple awards, including two NAACP Image Awards for The ReidOut and her book on civil rights activist Medgar Evers.