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The co-anchor of “Good Morning America Weekend” has revealed that she is leaving the ABC early morning news program.
Janai Norman shared a candid video about her sudden departure on her social media accounts on Friday, April 3rd.
“I thought I’d have more time, but it was so hard because it was so short,” said Norman, 36. “I loved my job. I loved connecting with my colleagues and viewers, keeping everyone informed and entertained, and building this community.”
Norman will serve as co-anchor of the show starting in 2022, Deadline and Entertainment Weekly reported. She worked with Gio Benitez and Whit Johnson.
“So it’s really heartbreaking not to be able to say goodbye. I’m so disappointed not to be able to say goodbye. It would have been fun to be able to do that,” she continued. “But I have three young children and I’ve worked weekends their entire lives, so now they understand me more. And it’s all worth it.”
“Stay tuned,” says Norman.
A graduate of the University of Missouri-Columbia, Norman originally joined the network as an intern in 2011. ” her bio states. After appearing on local news for a while, she returned to ABC and worked on several programs for the network. She is credited with leading the second hour of “GMA” on Saturdays in 2019.
“When I was interning here…when I started this journey, this is exactly where I wanted to be, so it’s unbelievable. It’s such an honor,” said Norman, who first joined “GMA Weekend” as a co-anchor four years ago.
According to a report in Status, Norman’s contract expired and was not renewed. “Please look forward to it,” she said in her farewell video.
“I’m so sorry. I feel how you feel, and I’m grateful to everyone who has reached out with such kind and just words,” Norman continued. “I needed that, so I appreciate it.”
Norman’s colleagues reacted to the news
Norman’s ABC colleagues and other industry experts left heartfelt messages for her in the comments section.
“I hope you can feel the love from everyone who has responded. You are such a wonderful person and a true joy to work with. I value our friendship,” said “Good Morning America” anchor Robin Roberts.
Norma’s co-anchor chimed in: “I love you so much,” Benitez wrote. Johnson added, “I’m so grateful for the countless memories and moments. I’m rooting for you in your next adventure.”
Taylor Eardley is a news reporter for USA TODAY. Contact us at tardrey@usatodayco.com.
