Joy Reid’s “TheReidOut” Debuted in July 2020, Making Her the first Black Woman to Anchor a Primetime Show on the Network
Joy Reid has been canceled by her network. MSNBC has canceled The ReidOut, Joy Reid’s primetime political show, after nearly five years on the air. The decision follows a significant restructuring of the network under its new president, Rebecca Kutler.
When The ReidOut debuted in July 2020, Reid made history as the first Black woman to anchor a primetime show on the network. The show quickly became known for its sharp political commentary, with Reid offering insightful takes on current events while highlighting voices often overlooked in mainstream media. Throughout its run, Reid’s outspoken criticism of former President Donald Trump became a defining feature of the show.
Joy Reid Show: Changes to MSNBC’s Programming
As part of the network’s changes, The ReidOut will be replaced by a new panel show featuring Alicia Menendez, Michael Steele, and Symone Sanders Townsend. This shift is part of a broader overhaul at MSNBC following the departure of former president Rashida Jones, who left after serving four years in the role.
Network’s Evolving Strategy
MSNBC’s parent company, Comcast, is making significant shifts in its media strategy, focusing more on NBC and Bravo as it prepares to spin off MSNBC and other properties. The network’s move comes at a time when the media landscape is evolving, with competitors like Fox News maintaining strong ratings, especially in the era of a potential Trump comeback.
