It was a long and challenging election night for NBC’s Steve Kornacki, who hit a breaking point while reporting live.
Known for his fast-paced and energetic analysis, Kornacki faced particularly stressful moments during the event.
“I want you to know that I really dislike doing this to you; I know you’re all here for the results,” he expressed, remorsefully.
There was even a moment when they pondered if they had enough time to run to the bathroom before new, crucial data came in.
“I have to… well, you know what I mean?” he said, using hand gestures to convey his urgency.
“I really don’t want anyone to leave. I’ll be quick! It’s just me… but I don’t want to miss what’s coming in!” he added.
Then excitement erupted: “What was that? [Francesca] Hong just took the lead! Oh my god! I almost left for that!” Many viewers captured this glimpse from the live coverage.
The night wrapped up with Kornacki apologizing to the audience after an error delayed the results in Wisconsin.
“We’re kind of just waiting endlessly for them to figure things out. We have people here working late into the night. They don’t necessarily want to keep me here. This could take 90 minutes, and in that time, I could have asked about any other athletes running for Congress,” he noted as the night dragged on.
“I truly hate having to do this to you because I know you’re waiting for results,” Kornacki reiterated.
Audience reactions reflected his frustration, with some suggesting it was “the most awkward three-and-a-half minutes” of live broadcasting in NBC’s history.
That particular segment sparked quite the conversation online, becoming a trending topic.
In previous instances, Kornacki had to deal with mishaps too, like accidentally spilling water on his computer a week prior.
Yet, despite the chaos, he maintains a loyal following, with many viewers expressing their admiration. One user said, “I just love him! I can’t imagine an election night without Kornacki on screen,” while another exclaimed, “He’s such an incredible person! I really like him!”
