The political analyst’s prime-time news show has been a staple of MSNBC’s evening lineup since its debut in 2020.
Joy Reid’s MSNBC show, “The ReidOut,” is being canceled as part of a programming revamp under the network’s new president. Reid became emotional as she addressed her and her team’s unexpected dismissal.
According to insiders, MSNBC’s new president, Rebecca Kutler, has spearheaded a programming overhaul that includes cutting Reid’s hourlong show, which aired at 7 p.m. ET. The final episode of “TheReidOut” aired this week.
The show, known for its in-depth interviews with politicians and key newsmakers, has been a staple of MSNBC’s lineup for the past five years.
In this screengrab, Joy Reid speaks at the 33rd Gloria Awards: A Salute to Women of Vision – a virtual event in New York City, on May 19, 2021 | Source: Getty Images
Reid opened up about the emotional rollercoaster she has experienced since the news broke that her show was going to be cut from programming. She described feelings of anger, disappointment, and guilt over her team’s job losses.
Joy Reid, from a post dated February 24, 2025 | Source: Facebook/joyreidofficial
However, she ultimately found gratitude, appreciating the way viewers engaged with “The ReidOut” through calls and discussions. Amidst tears she tried to hold back, she added, “My show had value.” The anchor also noted, “What I was doing had value.”
Reid made it clear that she has no regrets about speaking up on sensitive topics like racial injustices, immigration, access to books, war, and the killing of children. “And where I come down on that is I’m not sorry. I am not sorry that I stood up for those, those things. Because those things are of God,” she declared.
Fans of Reid have come out in support of her. Win With Black Women, a nationwide collective of Black women leaders advocating for change, has publicly stood by the anchor following news of her show’s cancellation.
They wrote in a post on X, “Black women are unstoppable. @JoyAnnReid is a trailblazer, truth-teller & force in journalism—amplifying voices, speaking truth to power & making history. @MSNBC may have canceled #TheReidOut, but they can never cancel her impact. #WeNeedJoy #WinWithBlackWomen.”
On Bluesky social media platform, Reid made a post thanking her fans for the love they have sent her way, “I just want to say thank you to everyone who has reached out with kindness and encouragement, both personally and in these social media streets. So very proud of The Reidout @joy.msnbc.comteam, who are truly family, and all of our supporters & friends. See you tomorrow night at 7, one more time ‼️.”
Joy Reid poses before Prime Video’s “Cross” panel at New York Comic Con at Javits Center in New York City, on October 18, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
During her final broadcast, Reid displayed grace and appreciation, taking a moment to personally thank everyone who contributed to the show’s success. From interns and production managers to screenwriters and social media managers, she acknowledged each team member by name and highlighted their unique contributions, even sharing fun facts about them.
Reid also gave a shoutout to readers and viewers of the show. “Much love to everyone who made The ReidOut great and a special love shout out to our amazing #reiders, our audience. I love running into you in the airport and in these streets and on social media. I could not love or appreciate you more,” she gushed.
Reid has been a key figure at MSNBC for years, first gaining prominence as the host of “AM Joy,” a weekend talk show she led since 2016. In 2020, she was tapped to anchor the network’s 7 p.m. slot, making her one of MSNBC’s most high-profile anchors.
Her appointment was among the first major programming moves under Cesar Conde, chairman of NBCUniversal News Group.
Joy Reid speaks onstage during the 2019 Global Citizen Festival: Power The Movement in Central Park in New York City, on September 28, 2019 | Source: Getty Images
Now, MSNBC is undergoing a programming shake-up under Kutler, who stepped into her role this month. MSNBC plans to replace Reid’s show with a program featuring Symone Sanders Townsend, Michael Steele, and Alicia Menendez as co-anchors.
Townsend is a political commentator and former Democratic strategist, Steele is a former chairman of the Republican National Committee; and Menendez is a TV journalist. Currently, the trio co-hosts “The Weekend,” which airs Saturday and Sunday at 8 a.m. ET.
Kutler is seeking to revamp the network’s lineup and boost ratings to continue outpacing CNN. She also wants the station to catch up to Fox News, which is currently ahead of MSNBC.
With these goals in mind, Kutler is making her first major changes, with Reid’s departure marking a significant shift in the evening schedule.
