ABC News has named Rachel Scott and Rhiannon Ally as permanent co-anchors for 'Good Morning America Weekend', starting this weekend.
ABC News has officially named Rachel Scott and Rhiannon Ally as the new permanent co-anchors of Good Morning America Weekend. Starting this weekend, Scott will co-anchor on Saturdays with Whit Johnson, while Ally will team up with Gio Benitez on Sundays. This significant change is intended to enhance viewer engagement during the weekend broadcasts.
In addition to their weekend roles, Scott, Ally, Johnson, and Benitez are set to anchor ABC News Live Weekend on a rotating schedule. This new arrangement aims to bolster weekend coverage starting at 10 a.m. ET, thereby providing viewers with more comprehensive news and insights during the mornings. The addition of these prominent anchors represents ABC's strategy to refresh its weekend programming and offer a more engaging viewing experience.
This transition comes on the heels of Janai Norman's departure from the program in April, when her contract was not renewed. This restructuring signals ABC's commitment to evolving its Good Morning America Weekend format to attract and retain viewers by diversifying the presentation and enriching content. Leslie Lopez will join the anchor team as the weekend meteorologist, transitioning from her previous role at KABC-TV in Los Angeles to ABC News.
Rachel Scott has cultivated a robust career at ABC News since joining in 2016 as a production associate. She has established herself as a senior political correspondent, renowned for her incisive political analysis and impactful reporting. Notably, she covered significant events, such as the assassination attempt on Donald Trump in 2024 and anchored pivotal coverage of President Joe Biden's withdrawal from the presidential race. Her ability to question world leaders, including Russian President Vladimir Putin, has garnered widespread recognition, and she continues to bring her expertise to weekend broadcasts.
Rhiannon Ally, who joined ABC News in 2021, has previously co-anchored World News Now and Good Morning America First Look. Her considerable experience includes leading coverage of major events, such as the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore, and providing overnight coverage of the deaths of notable figures, including Queen Elizabeth II and Pope Francis. This extensive background positions her well for her role as co-anchor on Sundays.
With the introduction of Rachel Scott and Rhiannon Ally as co-anchors for Good Morning America Weekend, ABC News is set to deliver a renewed and dynamic approach to its weekend programming. The fresh format and talented anchors are anticipated to deepen viewer engagement, create a richer storytelling environment, and strengthen ABC's presence in weekend news. This move not only reflects ABC's responsiveness to the changing media landscape but also emphasizes its commitment to delivering high-quality journalism during prime weekend viewing hours. As audiences adjust to this new lineup, enhanced interactions and a vibrant viewing experience can be expected on Saturday and Sunday mornings.
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