Kimberly Godwin Named ABC News President
Godwin becomes the first Black woman to lead a broadcast network’s news divisionLindsey Ellefson | April 14, 2021 @ 12:26 PM
Last Updated: April 14, 2021 @ 12:35 PM
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Kimberly Godwin is the new president of ABC News.
Godwin, who was poached from her position as executive vice president of CBS News, will become the first Black woman to lead a broadcast network’s news division.
“I have immense respect and admiration for ABC News,” she said in a statement Wednesday. “As the most trusted brand in news, they are to be commended for the extraordinary work and dedication of the journalists, producers, executives and their teams across the organization. I am honored to take on this stewardship and excited for what we will achieve together.”