MSNBC Cancels ‘The ReidOut’ as Joy Reid’s Acclaimed Show Ends Amid Network Shake-Up

MSNBC cancels ‘The ReidOut,’ the acclaimed show hosted by esteemed journalist and political analyst Joy Reid. The news of the cancellation broke yesterday as part of a sweeping network shake-up in the wake of the new presidential administration, sparking widespread discussion and speculation. Reid joined MSNBC in 2011 as a contributor, and her show, ‘The ReidOut,’ premiered in 2020, featuring insightful one-on-one conversations with politicians and newsmakers that tackled pressing political issues in the public sphere. On her show, Reid has delivered powerful and thought-provoking segments, including “True Justice Requires Going Further Than the Chauvin Verdict” (2020), “Amazon Workers Vote on Unionization” (2021), and “A Party in Civil War” (2024), to name a few.

On social media, she confirmed that her final show will air tonight, February 24, at 7 p.m. Eastern. In her post, she wrote, "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 proud of The Reidout team, who are truly family, and all of our supporters & friends. See you tomorrow night at 7, one more time!"

As a Harvard graduate with a background in film studies, she has built an impressive career in journalism and broadcasting, hosting influential programs and contributing to major media outlets. In 1991, she graduated from Harvard University with a concentration in film studies. From 2014 to 2015, she hosted ‘The Reid Report,’ offering insightful analyses of important daily news, providing viewers with a clearer understanding of the politics shaping our world. In 2016, she became the MSNBC host of 'AM Joy,' a morning show that covered weekly essential news and political issues, exploring how policy decisions impact our nation. Additionally, she was a talk radio producer and host for Radio One and an online news editor for WTVJ. Her impressive and prolific works have been featured in The New York Times, New York Magazine, The Guardian, and more.

TheBlkScript proudly takes this moment to celebrate and honor Joy Reid for her invaluable contributions to the news and media. Through her work, Reid has remained a beacon of truth, advocated for marginalized communities, and held politicians accountable, all in the name of justice, integrity, and a more informed democracy. We are grateful for the incredible platforms she has built and for her endless love and commitment to work that centers on race, justice, and culture.

–Dominique Young