The National Association of Black Journalists believes Tamron Hall’s exit from NBC’s Today show is the result of whitewashing.
“NBC has been a leader for diversity in broadcasting, but recent reports that Hall and Roker will be replaced by former Fox News anchor Megyn Kelly are being seen by industry professionals as whitewashing,” the NABJ said in a statement.
Hall announced her departure from NBC on Wednesday after the network canceled her entertainment-driven Today hour with Al Roker in order to reportedly make room for Megyn Kelly.
“NBC News has a long and proven history as an industry leader in newsroom diversity,” read the statement, as obtained by People.