Mitchell’s frequent guest Aviva Siegel also expressed gratitude to the anchor on Thursday for her coverage of the Israel-Hamas war, and specifically her attention to the plight of Siegel’s husband, Keith Siegel, who was among the Israeli hostages recently released by Hamas. “It’s because you’re just such a sensitive person and understanding that this world needs to be a better world,” Siegel said.
Colleagues and viewers also saluted Mitchell on X, formerly Twitter, during her final newscast.
I had some issues with Andrea Mitchell over the last few years, but the last 15 minutes of her last show had me very emotional. They did a great job with her send off.
— Ruthann617 (@Ruthann6171) February 7, 2025
Andrea Mitchell is doing her last @MSNBC show today. Her experience, knowledge and recall is outstanding. Her ability to express it or ask her questions sometimes were a little tough to watch. Seems like a perfect time, good luck to her, there are not many in her elite category.
— Gary McPheron (@Brownsclown) February 7, 2025
Taking a break from travel planning to watch Andrea Mitchell’s last day as host on @msnbc. This day feels impossible. She’s been on my TV longer than my remotes mute button. A true Philly legend, from UPenn to KYW to the world stage, she’s been fearless, sharp and iconic 💙 pic.twitter.com/DtfEbKOUnA
— Same Sex. Different Travel. (@fagabond) February 7, 2025