South African-born journalist Melissa Reddy is one of seven presenters who have now parted ways with the British sports broadcaster Sky Sports.
According to the UK-based publication Daily Mail, Melissa and her colleagues were recently informed that their roles have been made redundant.
An insider told the publication that this was not a cost-cutting decision, but rather one that would ensure that they are better equipped to see that their football audience is well served.
Melissa first joined the network in 2022 as a senior football reporter after serving her role as the deputy editor of Kick Off magazine here in South Africa.
Others affected by the recent move include Teddy Porter, Jasper Taylor, Jeremy Langdon, Ladumo Olow, and others.
Meanwhile, she has since taken to Instagram, highlighting that while one chapter came to an end, another opportunity lies ahead. She has also hinted that she might be releasing her own book, sharing stories of some of her greatest experiences.
“Eleventh! Season of Premier League coverage done, and I’ve called time on three years at Sky. I’ll still be doing bits and bobs for them, but I’m genuinely so excited to share all the things I’ll be working on soon, which will allow me to focus on my strengths and passions,” she wrote.
“For those that have been asking for the past five years, yes – that will include new books.”
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She later added that she had received tons of well wishes and support from many industry colleagues and those in the sporting fraternity, before concluding.
“You can’t dim the light of someone who learned how to shine in the dark.”
