Thanks, everybody.” (Watch his full sign-off below.) Holt was named anchor of “NBC Nightly News” in June 2015, taking over duties after the controversial exit of his predecessor, Brian Williams.

Lester Holt signed off from the “Nightly News” studio for the final time Friday. AP Holt was surrounded by tearful colleagues during the heartfelt send-off.

Lester Holt Ends 10-Year Run as ‘NBC Nightly News’ Anchor With Hopeful Sign-Off: ‘Facts Matter, Words Matter, Journalism Matters and You Matter’ Todd Spangler Sat, May 31, 2025 at 12:14 PM UTC ...