Eva Pilgrim Replaces Amy Robach as New ‘GMA3’ Anchor After Scandal: 5 Things to Know

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Eva Pilgrim Replaces Amy Robach as New ‘GMA3’ Anchor After Scandal: 5 Things to Know

Her new gig. Eva Pilgrim was announced as Amy Robach's replacement on GMA3 following her scandal with T.J. Holmes. "I am so grateful. This little girl from South Carolina never dreamed that this was even possible for me. To all the people who helped me along the way (and there are many)… thank you. Love y’all. Xx," Pilgrim wrote via Instagram in May 2023, after news broke that her and DeMarco Morgan would be taking over for Robach and Holmes, respectively. ABC confirmed the new permanent coanchors of the morning talk show four months after Robach and Holmes were axed from the network. The former costars originally made headlines in November 2022 when they were spotted getting cozy outside of the office on multiple occasions. Robach was married to Andrew Shue at the time of the scandal. Holmes, for his part, filed for divorce from his wife of more than a decade, Marilee Fiebig, one month later. The duo, who have been spotted together after the scandal, remained tight-lipped while ABC conducted an investigation into their relationship. Us Weekly ultimately broke the news in January 2023 that Robach and Holmes were departing the network. Weeks later, ABC issued a statement about their exit. [sendtonews type="float" key="UDwZYOWIJ7-2828930-14453"] “After several productive conversations with Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes, about different options, we all agreed it’s best for everyone that they move on from ABC News,” the network said at the time. “We recognize their talent and commitment over the years and are thankful for their contributions.” Following the professional shakeup, Robach and Holmes have been photographed packing on the PDA several times. A source, meanwhile, exclusively told Us that the couple are looking forward to building a future together on and off the screen. "They’ve pitched a reality show, docuseries and daytime talk show, all of which they know will be popular and people will watch. Amy has said whatever they do, this is about real love and they’re in it together," the insider shared in April. The source went on to note that whenever “everything has calmed down,” the journalists “have plans to move in together,” noting that “they are serious.” Scroll down for everything to know about Pilgrim as she takes over for Robach:

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Eva Pilgrim Replaces Amy Robach as New ‘GMA3’ Anchor After Scandal: 5 Things to Know

Her new gig. Eva Pilgrim was announced as Amy Robach's replacement on GMA3 following her scandal with T.J. Holmes. "I am so grateful. This little girl from South Carolina never dreamed that this was even possible for me. To all the people who helped me along the way (and there are many)… thank you. Love y’all. Xx," Pilgrim wrote via Instagram in May 2023, after news broke that her and DeMarco Morgan would be taking over for Robach and Holmes, respectively. ABC confirmed the new permanent coanchors of the morning talk show four months after Robach and Holmes were axed from the network. The former costars originally made headlines in November 2022 when they were spotted getting cozy outside of the office on multiple occasions. Robach was married to Andrew Shue at the time of the scandal. Holmes, for his part, filed for divorce from his wife of more than a decade, Marilee Fiebig, one month later. The duo, who have been spotted together after the scandal, remained tight-lipped while ABC conducted an investigation into their relationship. Us Weekly ultimately broke the news in January 2023 that Robach and Holmes were departing the network. Weeks later, ABC issued a statement about their exit. [sendtonews type="float" key="UDwZYOWIJ7-2828930-14453"] “After several productive conversations with Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes, about different options, we all agreed it’s best for everyone that they move on from ABC News,” the network said at the time. “We recognize their talent and commitment over the years and are thankful for their contributions.” Following the professional shakeup, Robach and Holmes have been photographed packing on the PDA several times. A source, meanwhile, exclusively told Us that the couple are looking forward to building a future together on and off the screen. "They’ve pitched a reality show, docuseries and daytime talk show, all of which they know will be popular and people will watch. Amy has said whatever they do, this is about real love and they’re in it together," the insider shared in April. The source went on to note that whenever “everything has calmed down,” the journalists “have plans to move in together,” noting that “they are serious.” Scroll down for everything to know about Pilgrim as she takes over for Robach:

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How Long Has Eva Pilgrim Been at ABC?

Pilgrim joined ABC News in 2015 as a correspondent before transitioning to a weekend coanchor position on Good Morning America three years later.

In May 2023, ABC News president Kim Godwin reflected on Pilgrim's achievements amid her promotion.

"While at ABC News, Eva has covered breaking news stories, including the recent mass shooting in Nashville, the Alex Murdaugh trial, the Charlottesville rally, the 2020 presidential election, the murder of George Floyd and Hurricanes Matthew, Harvey, Irma, Maria and Michael," the statement read. "Prior to ABC News, Eva got her start in local news making stops in Bluefield, West Virginia; Columbia, South Carolina; Charlotte, North Carolina; Indianapolis, Indiana; and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania."

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What Is Eva Pilgrim's Outlook on Her Field?

“This business is about how much you can bear,” she told Columbia Metro in October 2020. “So much of it requires working harder to do the extra thing to get the story, and I mean that in a completely ethical way. A lot of other parts of life are compromised by that because you are constantly gone. Now, I’m in a very different position, but the first several years of the network, I had no days off. Vacations got cancelled constantly.”

Pilgrim continued: “Life happens as you’re telling these stories. As much as you stay professional, you learn about each other’s lives, and so you still check in with each other.”

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What Other Accomplishments Has Eva Pilgrim Achieved?

In 2021, Pilgrim released a children's book titled Walter Does His Best: A Frenchie Adventure in Kindness and Muddy Paws. The book is based on her French bulldog, who has his own Instagram account.

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What Has Eva Pilgrim Shared About Her Personal Life?

The broadcast journalist exchanged vows with Ed Hartigan in 2019 and they welcomed daughter Ella two years later.

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What Does Eva Pilgrim Use Social Media For?

The ABC star has used Instagram to share the stories she covers at work. Pilgrim has also offered a glimpse into her home life with Hartigan, their child and dog.