Tom Llamas to Lead NBC Nightly News This Summer

NBC News has announced Tom Llamas as the new anchor and managing editor of 'NBC Nightly News' following Lester Holt's decision to step down this summer. Llamas, who joined NBC in 2021 from ABC News, will continue to anchor his streaming show 'Top Story with Tom Llamas' on NBC News Now. Llamas expressed his honor in succeeding Holt, noting Holt's reputation as a trusted broadcaster. Holt, who has been the face of 'Nightly News' for a decade, will shift to a full-time role at 'Dateline NBC.' NBC executives praised Llamas for his journalistic excellence and role in expanding NBC's streaming news service. The formal transition date has not been specified, but it is expected early this summer.