Joy Reid’s Emotional Farewell: MSNBC Cancels The ReidOut

After nearly five years on the air, Joy Reid broke down in tears as she bid farewell to her MSNBC show The ReidOut. During an emotional appearance on the Win With Black Women podcast, Reid expressed her frustration, disappointment, and gratitude, reflecting on her time at the network.

Reid’s Emotional Response to Cancellation

Fighting back tears, Reid shared the rollercoaster of emotions she experienced following the news of her show’s cancellation:

“I’ve been through every emotion—anger, rage, disappointment, hurt… guilt that my team lost their jobs.”

Her final episode aired Monday evening, and she used the moment to defend her work:

“I’m not sorry. I am not sorry that I stood up for those things.”

Despite the setback, Reid remained proud of her legacy:

“I’m proud of my show. I’m proud of my little team—the little team that could. I am so proud of what we did.”

Political Reaction: Outrage from the Left, Celebration from the Right

The cancellation of The ReidOut sparked strong reactions from both Democrats and Republicans.

Democrats voiced their outrage, accusing MSNBC of caving to conservative pressure.
Republicans, including President Donald Trump, celebrated her departure, with Trump taking to Truth Social to mock Reid’s exit.

A Legacy of Polarization

Throughout her career, Reid has been one of the most outspoken progressive voices on television, frequently clashing with conservatives and right-wing figures.

She has been highly critical of Trump, often warning about the threat to democracy under his leadership.
She framed her show as a platform for resistance, stating in her farewell:”When you are in the middle of a crisis—specifically a crisis of democracy—how do you resist?”

However, critics often accused her of spreading misinformation and divisive rhetoric, making her one of the most polarizing figures in cable news.

Final Thoughts: What’s Next for Joy Reid?

Despite the end of The ReidOut, Reid remains defiant about her role in media:

“I am so grateful that God gave me nearly five years to do television my way—on my terms.”

While her next move remains unclear, it’s unlikely she will fade from the public eye. Given her influence in progressive media and politics, Reid may continue her work in another format, possibly through a podcast, online platform, or a different network.

One thing is certain—Joy Reid isn’t done yet.