‘GMA’ NYC Studio Forced Out, Heading To Windowless Basement?
The GMA (Good Morning America) hosts are reportedly being forced out of their studio. Reports show that they are heading to a windowless basement as they begin their next chapter on the show. What’s going on with Robin Roberts, Michael Strahan, George Stephanopoulos, and the rest of the crew? Keep reading for all of the details that have surfaced so far.
Where is the current NYC studio?
GMA is live from its Times Square studio on weekday mornings. The studio is located at the corner of West 44th Street and Broadway. This is where the studio has been for more than 25 years. So, the relocation reports may come as a shock. For decades, viewers have gathered outside the studio to catch a glimpse at the hosts and guests and enjoy the show.
GMA hosts are reportedly being forced out.
A source spoke with Page Six about some big changes going on behind the scenes with the talk show. The insider said, “Part of moving to this very expensive building is they want GMA to give up the Times Square Studios lease.” Where would the new studio be? Parent company Disney wants to move away from Times Square to New York’s Hudson Square neighborhood.
According to the source, the new studio may not have windows, which would no longer give fans the opportunity to look in at the show going on. They continued, “It may be in the basement! The talent and producers are not happy about it [and] it leaves advantage to Today.” Additionally, there may be no outdoor space at the studio.
Another insider offered more information about this huge change. They claimed that this change is still very much in the works and it isn’t likely to happen until 2025. They added, “It’s the news business. Everyone’s focused more on tomorrow than next month.”
Some of the staff are already expressing their true feelings about the move. ABC News president Kim Godwin reportedly “tried to fight” it in hopes of staying in Times Square.
While there are some downsides to this move, there are some potential benefits. For one, the entire team will have the opportunity to be in the same building. Currently, the staff is divided between a couple of different spots.
The second source added, “The city is the set. It’s exciting that Disney is investing in a new state-of-the-art building, which will be great for the show.”
So, do you feel that this big move will end up happening as planned it 2025? Does it surprise you? Sound off in the comments section below, and come back to TV Shows Ace for more news about your favorite talk shows and hosts.
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