Blayne Alexander Joins Dateline Amid Lineup Change

Blayne Alexander, an NBC News correspondent since 2019, has been announced as the newest correspondent for 'Dateline', returning from maternity leave to join the team that includes Andrea Canning, Josh Mankiewicz, Keith Morrison, and Dennis Murphy. Her move to 'Dateline', a leading true-crime newsmagazine, marks a significant career milestone, following her extensive reporting on major events like the COVID-19 pandemic and U.S. elections. Known for her investigative depth, Alexander previously worked for NBC News Channel and has been based in Atlanta since 2019. The announcement was made live on TODAY, where she expressed excitement about returning to work while balancing her new role as a mother of two. As the first lineup change since 2021, her addition to 'Dateline' follows the departure of Natalie Morales, maintaining the show's stable correspondent roster into its 33rd season. Alexander's diverse reporting background and personal insights are anticipated to bring a fresh perspective to the show's storytelling.