Hey there, folks! This summer has been quite the ride for Paula Faris. Just a few months after waving goodbye to The View in July, she officially wrapped up her role as Weekend Anchor of Good Morning America on September 29th. It’s been a whirlwind of emotions, and Paula’s journey is far from over!
Paula Faris’ Emotional Goodbye to GMA
On her last day at GMA, Paula couldn’t hold back the tears as her co-hosts played a heartfelt montage of her best on-air moments over the past four years. At 42, she expressed her gratitude, saying, "Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Being part of this show has truly been the honor of a lifetime, and I love all of you. You’ll definitely be seeing a lot more of me!" Her words resonated with viewers, and it was clear how much this team meant to her.
In a later tweet, Paula shared her thoughts about her time at GMA: "I’ve absolutely loved this show, and the people here are incredible. The love you see and feel on-screen is genuine and rare. It’s been an immense privilege to be part of this team for the past four years." Her words reflect the deep connection she’s formed with her colleagues and the audience.
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View this post on InstagramOfficially official it’s my last day anchoring WEEKEND @goodmorningamerica I asked the guys to express how they feel about it. Not shocked @robertmarciano and @danharris !!! Thanks to @whitjohnsontv for being a real friend xx
Who’s Stepping Into Paula’s Shoes?
As Paula moves on, ABC News correspondents Eva Pilgrim and Whit Johnson are set to take over her role on the popular morning show. Eva took to Instagram to express her gratitude towards Paula, saying, "You’ve been so gracious to me since the day I walked in the doors at ABC, but more than that, you’ve been a real friend and confidant." It’s clear that Paula has left a lasting impression on her colleagues.
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Why Paula Faris Decided to Leave
Back in mid-July, Paula announced her decision to step away from both GMA and The View. As a mom of three, she revealed that she was ready to focus on covering breaking news and reporting for ABC News. Additionally, she plans to launch a new podcast about faith with the network. In a tweet, she expressed her excitement, saying, "Excited and grateful for the opportunity to cover big stories and talk to the people at the center of them. Thank you to the amazing teams at @GMA Sat/Sun and @TheView. Though I won’t be far, I’ll miss you all dearly. But hey, no more 3 a.m. wake-ups on weekends!"
View this post on InstagramWE LOVE YOU PAULA! Here are just a few of the many great moments with @paulafaris on @TheView! We wish her the best as she leaves her seat at #HotTopics table to take on an exciting new role here at @abcnews! ❤️ #TheView
What’s Next for Paula Faris?
ABC News released a press statement detailing Paula’s new role. According to the message, she’ll be expanding her reporting portfolio to cover the most important stories of the day, lead the charge on breaking news, and focus on key bookings. She’ll continue to be an integral part of the GMA family, appearing across all of ABC News. Additionally, she’s preparing to launch a podcast on faith, exploring what unites people from all walks of life in these divisive times.
Despite rumors that Paula was being fired from The View, Page Six confirmed that her departure was entirely her choice. "She’s getting her weekends back," an insider revealed. We’ll certainly miss her on those shows, but we’re excited to see what the future holds for Paula!
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