Lester Holt signed off as anchor of NBC Nightly News on May 30, 2025, concluding a decade-long tenure that began on June 18, 2015.
His final broadcast was an emotional farewell, where he was joined by his wife, Carol Hagen, and expressed gratitude to his staff, colleagues, and viewers for their support over the years. Holt, the first Black solo anchor of a major network evening news broadcast, delivered a heartfelt goodbye, reflecting on memorable moments and the privilege of anchoring one of television’s iconic news programs. His signature sign-off, inspired during the COVID-19 pandemic, became a hallmark of his tenure, emphasizing care and connection during challenging times.
Holt is not leaving NBC but transitioning to a full-time role at Dateline NBC, where he has been a principal anchor since 2011. This move allows him to engage in deeper investigative reporting and storytelling, including projects that may take months to develop, such as stories on the asthma crisis and economic issues.
Tom Llamas, a senior national correspondent and anchor of Top Story with Tom Llamas on NBC News NOW, succeeded Holt as anchor and managing editor of NBC Nightly News starting June 2, 2025. Llamas, the first Latino anchor for the weeknight broadcast, was announced as Holt’s replacement in March 2025. He joined NBC in 2021 after a stint at ABC News and has been praised for his versatility and strong ratings when filling in for Holt. Llamas will continue anchoring Top Story alongside his new role.
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