By Frank Macek Broadcast journalism is preparing to turn a significant page as Lester Holt, the longtime anchor of NBC Nightly News , prepares to deliver his final broadcast on Friday, May 30, 2025. Holt’s departure will close a remarkable chapter in the history of network evening news—a chapter defined by integrity, stability, and a calm, authoritative presence that guided viewers through some of the most turbulent times in recent memory. Lester Holt assumed the full-time anchor role in June 2015, stepping in after Brian Williams' departure. But his connection to the Nightly News brand began well before that, as he anchored weekend editions beginning in 2007. Over the years, Holt built a reputation not just as a skilled journalist, but as a trusted figure in American homes. His approach was steady and grounded, making him a dependable source of information during crises ranging from global pandemics to political upheaval. Holt’s impact on the program was multifaceted. Under his...