Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes, who surprised TV viewers by developing a behind-the-scenes romance while anchoring “GMA3,” are getting a divorce — from ABC News.
“After several productive conversations with Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes, about different options, we all agreed it’s best for everyone that they move on from ABC News,” the news division said in a statement released Friday evening. “We recognize their talent and commitment over the years and are thankful for their contributions.”when word first leaked of their relationship, they were initially allowed to continue anchoring.
ABC News President Kim Godwin opted to take them off the air to tamp down gossip and speculation, fearing that such stuff could tarnish the overall “Good Morning America” franchise. The flagship morning program generated nearly $281 million in advertising in 2021, according to Kantar, a tracker of ad spending. In 2021, the program generated nearly $43.4 million in advertising, a jump of 26.1% from the nearly $34.4 million it captured in the previous year.
Even though Robach and Holmes have been off the air, their romance has generated reams of unwanted attention — at least by ABC News and its corporate parent. Since the disclosure, the pair has been the focus of tabloid reports, with fodder provided by paparazzi pictures of them walking in New York or enjoying holidays. Before their relationship was made public, many believed each anchor was in a committed marriage to other people.
ABC News’ desire to remove them may come as a surprise to some observers. A romance between consenting adults — even those married to others — has not always been grounds for termination. Other networks have had to contend with on-air relationships that blossom into something more. At MSNBC, “Morning Joe” co-anchors Joe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski kept a romance hidden for some time, though the pair eventually married.
The duo’s exit may bring new challenges to ABC News. Its bench of up-and-comers has been depleted in recent years, with Tom Llamas, seen as a potential successor for David Muir at “World News Tonight,”
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