Lester Holt

Lester Holt is an accomplished American journalist and news anchor who has been at the forefront of news reporting for over 30 years. He is best known for his work as the anchor of NBC Nightly News, one of the most watched television news programs in the United States.

Born on March 8, 1959 in Hamilton Army Airfield, Holt began his career in journalism as a radio reporter in 1981, after graduating from California State University, Sacramento with a degree in government. He went on to work for various news stations across the country, before joining NBC News in 2000.

Over the course of his career, Holt has reported on some of the most significant events in recent history. He covered the September 11 attacks, Hurricane Katrina, and the Boston Marathon bombings, among other major news stories.

As the anchor of NBC Nightly News, Holt has won numerous awards and accolades for his work in journalism. In 2015, he became the first African-American solo anchor of a weekday network nightly news program in the United States. He has also served as the anchor of Dateline NBC and has moderated presidential debates during the 2016 and 2020 election cycles.

Beyond his work in journalism, Holt is also involved in various charitable organizations. He is a member of the board of trustees for the University of California, and has served on the board of directors for Big Brothers Big Sisters of America.

Lester Holt’s dedication to objective, unbiased reporting has earned him the trust and respect of viewers and colleagues alike. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of journalism and the importance of a free and independent press.