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Joy Reid
Also known as Joy-Ann Lomena, Joy-Ann Lomena-Reid, Joy-Ann M. Lomena, Joy-Ann M. Lomena-Reid
Biography
About Joy Reid
With her black hair and brown eyes, Joy Reid carries an average build that suits her straight-talking on-air presence. She is a Black American activist, influencer, political commentator, and TV host, born in Brooklyn, New York City. Joy-Ann M. Lomena-Reid began as a national correspondent for MSNBC, then hosted The Reid Report from 2014 to 2015 and AM Joy from 2016 to 2020. Her best-known role was anchoring The ReidOut from 2020 to 2025. She has built a large following online, with 1.4 million Instagram followers. Her work blends political analysis with activism, keeping her a prominent voice in American media.
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Personal
- Birthplace
- Brooklyn, New York City, New York, United States
- Ethnicity
- Black
Body
- Hair Color
- Black
- Eye Color
- Brown
- Boobs
- Real/Natural
Extra
- Instagram Followers
- 1.4m (as of March 2026)
Frequently asked
What shows has Joy Reid hosted on MSNBC?
She hosted The Reid Report (2014–2015), AM Joy (2016–2020), and The ReidOut (2020–2025).
How did her career progress before The ReidOut?
She started as a national correspondent for MSNBC, then moved to anchoring, first with The Reid Report, then AM Joy.
Did you know
- Her full name is Joy-Ann M. Lomena-Reid, with the maiden name Lomena.
- She grew up in Brooklyn, New York City, and identifies as Black and American.
- Her Instagram following grew from 1.3 million in August 2025 to 1.4 million by March 2026.
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