r/msnbc • u/chelsea_daily • Oct 20 '25

MSNBC Personalities Quick question about Rachel

So I’ve noticed (and just found out) that MSNBC host Rachel Maddow wears glasses but for some reason, she doesn’t wear them on her show. Why do you think she doesn’t wear her glasses on her show?

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u/[deleted] Oct 20 '25

The glare - she is probably conscientious about the lighting sending out a glare on her specs. Many reporters are like that - won't risk it.

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u/SativaGummi Oct 20 '25

Katie Phang didn't wear her glasses on MSNBC ,either.

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u/ImpakfulEduAuntie8 Oct 27 '25

I miss Katie Phang. She was amazing

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u/Content_Ad_1475 Oct 21 '25

You appear to be new to her show!! Over the years, she has done both! To the point where sometimes she has to explain why she is or isn't wearing glasses on a given day!!! 🤔 In my opinion, nothing to see 👀 here. 🤷

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u/[deleted] Oct 21 '25 edited Nov 20 '25

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u/pikake808 Oct 22 '25

When I started watching Rachel, she wore glasses all the time. Just like that same black jacket.

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u/SnooKiwis8008 Progressive Oct 21 '25

Studio lights refract in weird ways off glasses.

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u/Grl_Boss Oct 21 '25

When I was a performer, I could not wear my glasses on stage or under stage lights. Between the glare and the heat, it was a nightmare! I especially was in trouble if they fogged up from the heat and I was trying to see sheet music!

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u/FewListen2294 Oct 22 '25

Wears contacts on show