Leon Harris issued a statement on Tuesday announcing his decision to step away from his role at NBC4 to prioritize his health and family after more than 40 years in the news industry. Harris was last seen on the network on November 26, 2024, when concerns arose among viewers after he appeared to struggle with speaking clearly during a 6 p.m. newscast.
“Many of you have kindly asked about me over the past few months. As you know, I took time off to focus on my health and family. After 40+ years of nonstop work and the dramatic changes in the news and television industry, I’ve made the difficult decision to step away from my role at NBC4. I’m grateful to NBC4 for having me as part of their team for the last eight years. This is the right time to prioritize my health and family. A special thanks to my amazing colleagues, friends, and especially to our viewers who welcomed me into their homes. It’s been an honor. Thank you.”
NBC4 Washington wrote, “We are grateful for Leon’s eight years of service to our newsroom. We thank him for his commitment to our community, dedication to journalism, hard work, and friendship. He will be missed, and we wish him nothing but the best.”
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