ABC News’ “GMA3” Announces Fourth Anchor Lineup
ABC News is shaking up the anchor lineup for its afternoon hour show, “GMA3,” yet again. This time, the network is looking to give more air time to various anchors and correspondents from “Good Morning America,” including familiar faces like Gio Benitez and Ginger Zee. The recent departures of co-anchor Eva Pilgrim and colleague DeMarco Morgan have paved the way for new talent to take the spotlight.
In a memo to staff, ABC News President Almin Karamehmedovic confirmed Morgan’s departure, stating that he has decided to begin a new journey outside of the company. The changes at “GMA3” come as the show undergoes a reorganization under the leadership of “Good Morning America” senior executive producer Simone Swink.
With a focus on cost-cutting and streamlining processes, ABC News has integrated its overnight programming and “GMA3” with its flagship morning franchise. This move has allowed the network to showcase a wider range of talent from “Good Morning America,” highlighting not only the core anchors but also weekend hosts and correspondents.
Recent broadcasts of “GMA3” have featured a diverse lineup of hosts, including Lara Spencer, Sam Champion, and Whit Johnson, along with ABC News correspondents like James Longman and Rachel Scott. The network is keen on bridging the gap between the morning and afternoon programs, potentially featuring appearances from main anchors like Robin Roberts, Michael Strahan, and George Stephanopoulos.
Since its debut in 2018, “GMA3” has undergone several transformations, evolving from a lifestyle-news vehicle to a more headline-driven format, especially during the pandemic. Previous iterations of the show have seen success with anchor pairs like Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes, supported by medical reporting from Dr. Jen Ashton.
However, the program faced challenges in the past, particularly when a romantic relationship between two anchors was exposed, leading to scrutiny from ABC News executives. Despite these hurdles, “GMA3” continues to evolve and adapt, with each anchor lineup bringing its unique energy to the show.
As ABC News continues to reshape its daytime programming, viewers can expect to see a refreshed lineup of anchors and correspondents on “GMA3,” bridging the gap between morning and afternoon news coverage.
