9:35 pm - March 11, 2026
- Rashida Jones, former MSNBC president, takes on leadership of Uncensored
- Uncensored aims to diversify its streaming and social content globally
- Industry observers see her role as key to scaling Morgan’s digital brand
Former MSNBC president Rashida Jones has been appointed chief executive of Uncensored, the digital media venture fronted by British broadcaster Piers Morgan.
The appointment puts Jones in charge of strategy, operations and editorial development as Uncensored looks to broaden its mix of streaming and social content beyond its flagship programme, Piers Morgan Uncensored. Her arrival comes as digital news and commentary ventures race to build sustainable models based on talent, distribution partnerships and platform revenue.
According to the announcement, Uncensored is positioning itself as a multi-genre, talent-driven network. The platform already produces spin-off programming including History Uncensored, presented by former CNN anchor Bianca Nóbilo, and has struck a licensing deal with Channel 5 in the UK to syndicate Morgan’s show.
The company said Jones will lead efforts to widen international distribution and develop additional formats.
Jones joins after a high-profile tenure running MSNBC. She led the network from 2020 to 2025, overseeing an 800-person newsroom and substantial operating cash flow as the channel navigated shifts in television news.
Before MSNBC, Jones held senior roles across NBCUniversal, the Weather Channel and local news operations. She also maintains ties to Hampton University, where she serves on the board of trustees and completed both a bachelor’s degree in mass media arts and, in December 2024, an MBA with a marketing concentration.
The structure of the Uncensored business has also shifted in recent months. The Guardian reported that Morgan reached an agreement placing the Uncensored brand under his production company, Wake Up Productions, while leaving News UK with a commercial stake and a share of YouTube revenues. The arrangement gives Morgan creative control while preserving a revenue relationship with his former publisher as the digital venture develops new monetisation streams.
Source: Noah Wire Services
- https://clutchpoints.com/hbcu/former-msnbc-president-rashida-jones-joins-piers-morgans-company – Please view link – unable to able to access data
- https://www.washingtonpost.com/style/media/2025/01/14/rashida-jones-msnbc-rachel-maddow/ – Rashida Jones, who served as president of MSNBC from early 2021, announced her departure to pursue new opportunities. She was succeeded by Rebecca Kutler, marking a significant leadership change at the network.
- https://www.theguardian.com/media/2025/jan/08/piers-morgan-quits-rupert-murdoch-news-uk-uncensored-youtube-channel – Piers Morgan reached an agreement with News UK, granting him ownership of the Uncensored media brand through his production company, Wake Up Productions, while News UK retains a commercial interest and revenue share in the YouTube business.
- https://www.theguardian.com/media/2025/jan/08/piers-morgan-quits-rupert-murdoch-news-uk-uncensored-youtube-channel – Piers Morgan reached an agreement with News UK, granting him ownership of the Uncensored media brand through his production company, Wake Up Productions, while News UK retains a commercial interest and revenue share in the YouTube business.
- https://www.theguardian.com/media/2025/jan/08/piers-morgan-quits-rupert-murdoch-news-uk-uncensored-youtube-channel – Piers Morgan reached an agreement with News UK, granting him ownership of the Uncensored media brand through his production company, Wake Up Productions, while News UK retains a commercial interest and revenue share in the YouTube business.
- https://www.theguardian.com/media/2025/jan/08/piers-morgan-quits-rupert-murdoch-news-uk-uncensored-youtube-channel – Piers Morgan reached an agreement with News UK, granting him ownership of the Uncensored media brand through his production company, Wake Up Productions, while News UK retains a commercial interest and revenue share in the YouTube business.
- https://www.theguardian.com/media/2025/jan/08/piers-morgan-quits-rupert-murdoch-news-uk-uncensored-youtube-channel – Piers Morgan reached an agreement with News UK, granting him ownership of the Uncensored media brand through his production company, Wake Up Productions, while News UK retains a commercial interest and revenue share in the YouTube business.
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emerged. We’ve since applied our fact-checking process to the final narrative, based on the criteria listed
below. The results are intended to help you assess the credibility of the piece and highlight any areas that may
warrant further investigation.
Freshness check
Score:
8
Notes:
The news of Rashida Jones’s appointment as CEO of Uncensored was first reported on March 9, 2026, by TheWrap ([thewrap.com](https://www.thewrap.com/media-platforms/journalism/rashida-jones-piers-morgan-uncensored/?utm_source=openai)). This is the earliest known publication date for this information. The ClutchPoints article cites a press release, which typically warrants a high freshness score. However, the ClutchPoints article was published on March 10, 2026, indicating a one-day delay in reporting. Given the recency of the news, the freshness score remains high, but the slight delay in reporting is noted.
Quotes check
Score:
7
Notes:
The direct quotes from Rashida Jones and Piers Morgan in the ClutchPoints article are consistent with those found in other reputable sources, such as TheWrap ([thewrap.com](https://www.thewrap.com/media-platforms/journalism/rashida-jones-piers-morgan-uncensored/?utm_source=openai)) and Yahoo ([yahoo.com](https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/tv/articles/former-msnbc-president-rashida-jones-133405052.html?utm_source=openai)). However, the ClutchPoints article does not provide direct links to these sources, making independent verification of the quotes challenging. The lack of direct citations raises concerns about the originality and verification of the quotes.
Source reliability
Score:
6
Notes:
ClutchPoints is a lesser-known publication, which may affect the reliability of the information presented. The article cites a press release, which is a primary source, but the lack of direct links to the press release or other reputable sources makes it difficult to assess the accuracy and independence of the reporting. The absence of direct citations to reputable sources raises concerns about the source’s reliability.
Plausibility check
Score:
9
Notes:
The appointment of Rashida Jones as CEO of Uncensored aligns with her previous role as president of MSNBC and her subsequent departure in early 2025. The expansion of Uncensored into a multi-genre, talent-driven network is consistent with industry trends in digital media. The reported funding round of $30 million at a $130 million valuation is plausible given the involvement of investors like Raine Ventures and the Reuben Brothers. However, the ClutchPoints article does not provide direct links to these funding sources, making independent verification challenging.
Overall assessment
Verdict (FAIL, OPEN, PASS): FAIL
Confidence (LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH): MEDIUM
Summary:
While the news of Rashida Jones’s appointment as CEO of Uncensored is plausible and aligns with her career trajectory, the ClutchPoints article’s reliance on a press release without direct citations to reputable sources raises concerns about the originality and verification of the information. The lack of independent verification and the challenges in assessing the reliability of the source contribute to a medium level of confidence in the content’s accuracy. Given these concerns, the content does not meet the necessary standards for publication under our editorial indemnity.
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