News Anchor’s Baby Kicks on Camera — But She Confuses It for Costar Poking Her in Viral Clip
Former Good Morning America Weekend coanchor Janai Norman’s unscripted on camera moment is making the rounds online — just days before she announced she’s leaving the show after 15 years at ABC.
In a throwback TikTok clip posted on March 29, a pregnant Norman sat at the news desk with colleague Kenneth Moton during a commercial break in a past broadcast. Moton was scrolling on his phone. Norman yawned — then suddenly swatted her hand in his direction.
The culprit wasn’t Moton. It was her baby.
What Happened in Janai Norman’s Viral Video?
“I’m sorry, I got kicked and I thought you poked me,” Norman said before she and her cohost burst into laughter.
“That’s why I was ready to swat you. I’m so sorry. Oh my god,” she continued.
Moton’s reaction matched the moment: “Oh my God, the baby’s already like, ‘Watch this,’ Oh my God.”
Viewers Couldn’t Get Enough of the Interaction
The comments section took off.
“The call is coming from inside the house 😅😅😅😅,” one person wrote. “The baby already starting stuff 😂😂😂🤣,” said another.
“NOT the baby instigating,” another commenter wrote, while another said “Awww baby’s first prank.”
One viewer came to the defense of the unsuspecting Moton: “He was just minding his own business too 😂.”
Janai Norman Announces ‘GMA’ Departure
The lighthearted throwback arrived just days before Norman abruptly announced she is leaving Good Morning America.
“I hope that we’d have more time,” Norman announced in an Instagram video posted on April 3. “It’s been hard on me that our time was cut short. I have loved my job. It has been a joy to connect with my coworkers and with viewers, to help keep you informed and entertained, and to create this community.”
“It really breaks my heart that I don’t get to say goodbye,” she continued. “I’m so sorry that I don’t get to say goodbye. It would’ve been fun.”
Norman said that although leaving GMA will be a huge adjustment, she’s looking forward to spending more time with her family. She shares three kids with husband Eli Norman.
“I have these three young kids, and I have worked weekends their whole lives,” she said. “So now, they get more of me and that is worth everything.”
“So stay tuned,” Norman added. “I’m sorry. I feel you. Thank you to every single one of you who has reached out with such kind and validating words. I have needed it and I appreciate it.”
In her Instagram caption, she wrote, “I’ve read every message. And am deeply grateful for the love. More to come when the time is right ✨.”
Janai Norman Spent 15 Years at ABC
Norman worked at ABC for 15 years, beginning her tenure on the network as an intern. She went on to serve as a correspondent and was later promoted to coanchor GMA Weekend.
Several of Norman’s GMA colleagues voiced their support in the comments section of her Instagram post.
“Truly grateful for the endless memories and moments. Cheering you on through your next adventure ❤️❤️,” Whit Johnson wrote.
“Keep shining friend - so much love ❤️,” Ginger Zee wrote.
“That smile. That laugh. That energy. You are so special. ❤️,” Lara Spencer penned. Sam Champion wrote, “There are incredible things ahead for you, thank you for the bright smiles you always shared with me!”
Moton also wrote a comment: “CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 🎉 Proud of you @janai.norman! ❤️The work you put in. And what you accomplished. You survived. You thrived. Can’t 👏🏾 wait 👏🏾 for this next chapter…because it’s going to be…🔥💫.”
This article was created by content specialists using various tools, including AI.
