Beloved “Good Morning America” co-anchor Janai Norman, who has manned the weekend desk for more than four years, shared an emotional goodbye on April 4, 2026 — two days after news broke that ABC decided not to renew her contract.
Janai Norman’s Emotional Message to Fans
“I hoped to have more time,” Norman began in her video message shared via Instagram on Friday, April 3. “It’s been hard on me that our time was cut short. I have loved my job. It has been a joy to connect with my co-workers and with viewers to help keep you informed and entertained, and to create this community.”
Given that wouldn’t be appearing on the show for a formal sendoff, Norman noted, “It really breaks my heart that I don’t get to say goodbye. I’m so sorry that I don’t get to say goodbye.”
The weekend anchor went on to explain that the silver lining in her situation is that her children will get more time with her on weekends.
“But i have these three young kids. And I have worked weekends their whole lives, and now they get more of me,” she said. “And that is worth everything. So, stay tuned. I’m sorry. I feel you. And thank you to every single one of you who has reached out with such kind and validating words. I have needed it, and I appreciate it.”
Norman — who has co-anchored alongside Whit Johnson and Gio Benitez at “GMA Weekend” — first joined ABC in 2011 as an intern.
She became a weekend co-anchor on the long-running news show in 2022. A report from Daily Mail on April 2 claimed that Norman’s “contract was up. There was a decision not to renew.”
Janai Norman Receives Support From Fans
ABCAfter she shared her message to fans, “GMA” viewers flooded the comments section with well-wishes and heartfelt praise.
“You were the reason I watched GMA on the weekends! Hug your babies tight, breathe, and know that the best is yet to come,” one fan wrote.
“Truly grateful for the endless memories and moments. Cheering you on through your next adventure ❤️❤️” Norman’s co-host Whit Johnson commented.
A third follower added, “Oh Janai, this makes my heart so sad. You, Whit, and Gio were the dream team. You are an incredible journalist and anchor. I hope we can see you on tv in the future, but in the meantime, I hope you can enjoy the time with your husband and kiddos.”
Surprised to learn that
Janai Norman won’t be part of
ABC’s GMA Weekend Team-
Whit / Janai / Gio 🩵🩵🩵
(any more) I will miss her
Energy & Enthusiasm:
Best of luck to Janai 💕💜☘️
I’m so sorry to hear Janai is no longer at GMA weekend, she was so great, full of happiness, and so smart, good luck you will be greatly mišsed
I am sad.. I really like her on GMA Weekend.. with Witt & Gio they made a great Team.. Good luck to her and GMA Weekend
Dei hire
Dam GMA
I hope abc had a good reason for this. She was part of a wonderful 3 person team.
She was the best part of the GMA Sat and Sun GMA? Big mistake letting her go.
Reason I watched GMA Week end.Wont be watching anymore. They had such chemistry. Janai come back to Florida I still remember you here. Stay strong greater things await you. God Bless 🙌.
Dam GMA won’t be watching anymore canceling Disney subscription also.