GMA's DeMarco Morgan Makes a Mysterious Exit: What’s Next for GMA3?
Scoops and Scandals: GMA3's DeMarco Morgan Abruptly Leaves ABC News
The juicy news is out! DeMarco Morgan, co-host of the embattled GMA3 show on ABC News, has quietly parted ways with the network after a whirlwind two years. TheScholarlyNote.com can exclusively reveal that Morgan's sudden departure is not just a personal decision, but also part of a larger shakeup within the network.
In a memo sent to staff on Monday, ABC News boss Almin Karamehmedovic tried to downplay the significance of Morgan's exit, stating that he "has decided to begin a new journey." However, sources close to the network tell us otherwise. A high-ranking insider revealed that Morgan's departure is not just about his own career aspirations but also about the tumultuous state of GMA3.
As we previously reported in April, rumors swirled that ABC News was planning to revamp its daytime programming. TheScholarlyNote.com can confirm that the network is indeed undergoing a massive overhaul, which includes replacing several key hosts and correspondents. Morgan's absence from GMA3 in recent weeks had raised eyebrows among industry insiders, who questioned his involvement in the upcoming episodes.
Morgan was tapped to co-host GMA3 alongside Eva Pilgrim after TJ Holmes and Amy Robach were ousted from their positions amidst a scandalous affair. The network attempted to spin the story as an "evolution of the show," but sources claim it's more about damage control. Insiders revealed that Morgan, along with other hosts, was hesitant to commit to hosting GMA3 due to its toxic reputation.
"Everyone knows what happened with TJ and Amy, and it's left a sour taste in everyone's mouth," said an insider close to the network. "The show has become a hotbed of gossip and drama, and people don't want any part of it."
Pilgrim, who was also co-hosting GMA3 alongside Morgan, is set to take over anchor duties for Inside Edition. Her departure from the show marks another blow to ABC News' struggling daytime programming.
TheScholarlyNote.com has learned that the network is scrambling to fill the gaps left by departing hosts and correspondents. Sources claim that some of the top talent at Good Morning America, including Robin Roberts, George Stephanopoulos, and Michael Strahan, have been approached to host GMA3 but turned down offers due to concerns about the show's reputation.
"We're not going to touch it with a 10-foot pole," said an insider. "The toxic atmosphere is just too much for anyone to handle."
Karamehmedovic's memo praised Morgan's contributions to ABC News, stating that his dedication to journalism and storytelling was evident in everything he did. However, sources claim the network knew all along about Morgan's plans to leave.
"Morgan had been talking to other networks and exploring new opportunities," said a source close to the matter. "The network just chose not to acknowledge it publicly."
As GMA3 continues to navigate its crisis mode, TheScholarlyNote.com will be keeping a close eye on developments within the network. Will ABC News manage to salvage its daytime programming? Only time will tell.
Update: In an earlier report, we mentioned that GMA3 would be going strong until the end of summer. However, sources have since revealed that the show's future remains uncertain, and insiders are speculating about a possible cancellation or major revamp. Stay tuned for more updates as this story continues to unfold!