Craig Melvin is saying goodbye to MSNBC as Thursday marked the final airing of “Craig Melvin Reports” after ten years. The host is stepping away from his duties at the cable news channel but will remain on duty for NBC’s “TODAY” show and “Dateline.”
“This nearly a decade-long stretch of hosting a cable news program has been a tremendous honor, and I’m so very thankful for the opportunity to really have had a front row seat to so much history,” Melvin said. “Tumultuous campaigns, elections, natural disasters, far too many mass shootings and a global pandemic.”
“So many of the stories I’ve covered here, and the people I’ve met on assignments, have moved me in myriad of ways. Some days sad, angry, confused, but always hopeful, and I’ve tried to cover the news fairly and steer clear of inserting my opinion or perspective.”
Melvin thanked those behind the scenes, his producers, and other MSNBC colleagues for working with him on the show for the last ten years. Despite wanting to scale back his workload, Melvin fought back emotions as he signed off for the final time.
“And thank you for letting me into your homes, your businesses, and your vehicles for an hour every day,” Melvin concluded.
“I appreciate you seeing the value in journalism, showcasing the plight of the least among us, simply asking questions and waiting for answers. We need it now perhaps more than we ever have. Thank you.”
Eduardo Razo is the Assistant Content Editor for BNM, which includes writing daily news stories on the news media industry. He can be found on Twitter @eddierazo_ or you can reach him by email at eddie1991razo@gmail.com.
