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Lester Holt Prepares for Final NBC Nightly News Broadcast as Tom Llamas Steps In

After a decade in the anchor chair, Holt will transition to Dateline NBC while Llamas becomes the youngest evening news anchor on June 2.

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Overview

  • Lester Holt will anchor NBC Nightly News for the final time on May 30, concluding his ten-year tenure.
  • Holt will shift to a full-time role as anchor of Dateline NBC, continuing his work with the network.
  • Tom Llamas, announced as Holt's successor in March, will debut as anchor and managing editor of NBC Nightly News on June 2.
  • Llamas will also continue hosting Top Story on NBC News Now, appealing to younger, digital-first audiences.
  • This leadership transition aligns with broader industry trends as networks reevaluate talent strategies and audience engagement.