you really are the all star in the entire nbc family. reporter: it s true. and just on a personal note, you re one of the people who inspir inspired me. you guys. reporter: you re my mentor and dear, dear friend. reporter: as it turns out, we re not the only way that feels this way. they want to celebrate you today, to thank you for being a trailblazer and being a part of journalistic history. take a look. andrea, you are such an inspiration to the whole nbc news family and to every single journalist who shares in your tireless pursuit of the truth. thank you for blazing the trail for us and so many women in this business. we would not be anywhere without you. i was a viewer for many years before we began working together, an admirer from afar of your work ethic, your persistence, and commitment to