Williams to Replace Brokaw in 2004

[John Corn]

The News with Brian Williams, currently coexisting on MSNBC and CNBC, will become CNBC-exclusive with some format modifications this summer.

That action will also officially begin the countdown for Williams to assume Tom Brokaw's position as NBC Nightly News anchor and managing editor at the end of November 2004.

NBC announced the CNBC-only status of The News during its New York press conference Tuesday, highlighting the status of Brokaw and Williams.

In addition to extending his contract as Nightly News anchor through late 2004, Brokaw will anchor and serve as principal reporter on a number of primetime documentaries and specials. He's also expected to continue hosting MSNBC's annual Silicon Summit special and appear on other programs for the network.

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[jrjcd]

i can't even imagine what it feels like to be given TWO YEARS notice!!!:p :nono: :soapbox: :crying: :ewww:


so brokow gets shown the door and jennings is asked to take a significant pay cut...dan must starting ti sweat a bit...

[timf]

I don't think Brokaw was shown the door. He's simply choosing to retire after the next presidential election.

[jrjcd]

i think not wanting to lose brian williams played into this more than brokow's future plans....plus NBC'x desire to control costs...