NBC4 News in Washington, D.C. issued a statement on Monday, Dec. 2 saying that news anchor Leon Harris, 63, would be 'stepping away' from the anchor desk to 'focus on health issues' after several viewers expressed concern for him after he struggled to read the teleprompter during a Thanksgiving broadcast.

NBC4 Washington has announced that its nightly anchor, Leon Harris, will be stepping away to focus on his health. The update comes after Harris, 63, appeared to stumble over his words while giving the Thanksgiving telecast, sparking viewer concern.

Emmy-winning television anchor Leon Harris is taking a medical leave of absence following a viral broadcast over Thanksgiving weekend in which he “appeared unwell” and spiked viewer concern, NBC4 Washington announced today.

After struggling through an evening news broadcast last week, NBC4 newscaster Leon Harris will be “stepping away from the anchor desk to focus on health issues,” the Washington D.C. station said in a statement shared during Monday’s evening news and on social media.

Longtime NBC4 Washington anchor Leon Harris has stepped away from his role, leaving viewers concerned about his health. While the network has provided some updates, details remain limited as Harris focuses on his well-being.

Leon Harris, the NBC4 Washington news anchor who appeared to be struggling to read a teleprompter during a Thanksgiving night broadcast, is now stepping away from his job. NBC4 shared an update on Monday,

Due to health concerns, Leon Harris is stepping down from his role at NBC4 Washington. This announcement followed his appearance during the Thanksgiving evening broadcast, where he seemed unwell, raising concerns among viewers.