Joy Reid is a prominent American journalist, political commentator, and television host, known for her insightful analysis and presence on MSNBC.
She was recognized as the host of The ReidOut, a weeknight commentary program that debuted in 2020. Previously, she hosted AM Joy, a weekend political talk show.
Reid has carved a niche in the political media landscape with his reporting and commentary style, becoming an important voice in discussions about race, politics and American society.
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- Full name: Joy-Ann Lomena Reid
- Date of birth: December 8, 1968
- Age: 56 years old
- Gender: Female
- Place of birth: Brooklyn, New York, USA
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Journalist, political commentator, TV presenter
- Height: 5 feet 6 inches
- Parents: Father – Engineer from the Democratic Republic of Congo; Mother – Professor and nutritionist from Guyana
- Siblings: June Carryl, Oren Lomena
- Spouse: Jason Reid
- Children: Nasir Reid, Jmar Reid, Charming Reid
- Relationship status: Married
- Religion: Methodist
- Ethnicity: Multiracial (African and West Indian heritage)
- Net worth: 4 million USD
Early life and education
Joy Reid, 56 years old this year, was born on December 8, 1968 in Brooklyn, New York.
She grew up in a multicultural family with a father from the Democratic Republic of the Congo and a mother from Guyanese.
Reid’s parents met while studying at the University of Iowa but divorced when she was young. Her father, an engineer, was often absent during her childhood, and her mother, a professor and nutritionist, was largely responsible for raising Joy and her two siblings, June Carryl and Oren Lomena.
After her mother died of breast cancer, Reid, at age 17, moved to Flatbush, Brooklyn to live with an aunt.
Before enrolling at Harvard University, she completed her high school education in Denver, Colorado. Reid graduated in 1991 with a Bachelor of Arts in Visual and Environmental Studies, focusing on film.
Despite financial difficulties and adjusting to an unfamiliar environment, she persevered, laying the foundation for her future career in communications and journalism.
Personal life
Joy Reid has been married to Jason Reid, a writer and editor, since February 1997. Jason co-founded ImageLab Media Group, a production company specializing in documentaries and films.
They have three children: Nasir Reid, Jmar Reid and Winsome Reid. Their son, Jmar, is into modeling and acting. The family lived in Pembroke Pines, Florida, before moving to Roosevelt Island in Manhattan, New York City.
Career
Joy Reid began her journalism career in the 1990s, starting as a morning show producer for WSVN Channel 7 in South Florida.
In 2003, she left traditional journalism to join America Coming Together, a political organization opposing the Iraq War.
By 2006, she returned to broadcasting as co-host of Wake Up South Florida, a morning radio talk show.
Her association with MSNBC began in 2011, first as a contributor, then as managing editor of TheGrio.com.
From 2014 to 2015, she hosted The Reid Report, an afternoon cable news program on MSNBC. After its cancellation, Reid moved into the role of national correspondent.
She gained significant visibility through AM Joy (2016–2020), a weekend political talk show, before launching The ReidOut in 2020.
With this program, Reid became the first black woman to host a prime-time news program on cable television.
In addition to television, Reid is the author of several books and writes columns that regularly appear in popular newspapers. Her work addresses social justice, racial justice, and political dynamics in the United States.
prize
- NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Talk Series (2020)
- Media awards from the Women’s Media Center and GLAAD
- Emmy Nominated for The Sit-In: Harry Belafonte Hosts The Tonight Show
- Multiple nominations for NAACP Image Awards
Net worth
Joy Reid’s net worth is estimated at $4 million.
This wealth comes mainly from her extensive career as a journalist and television host, book seller, and speaking engagement.
She also generates income from her podcast and other media endeavors.
Argumentative
Joy Reid has faced various controversies throughout her career, especially regarding her previous blog posts.
In 2017, old posts from her blog, The Reid Report, surfaced containing insensitive and homophobic comments.
Reid initially claimed her blog had been hacked but later admitted to writing some of the posts. She publicly apologized and expressed remorse for her actions, while reaffirming her support for the LGBTQ+ community.
Reid was also accused of having a partisan bias in his coverage of political events. Critics say her commentary sometimes reflects progressive views, raising questions about objectivity in journalism.
Despite the criticism, Reid has defended her role as a commentator providing context and analysis, asserting that transparency about her views is consistent with her responsibilities as an analyst politics.
Social Media
- Instagram: @joyannreid
- Twitter: @JoyAnnReid
Book
- The Fracture: Barack Obama, the Clintons, and the Racial Divide
- The Man Who Sold America: Trump and the Unraveling of America’s Story
- He Never Came Home: Daughters’ Interviews, Stories, and Essays on Life Without a Father
- We Are the Change We Seek: Barack Obama’s Speeches
- Medgar and Myrlie: A Civil Rights Love Story
