Where is Michael Strahan on 'GMA' — and why is he absent again?
Where is Michael Strahan on 'GMA' — and why is he absent again?
Lori Comstock, USA TODAY NETWORKWed, July 29, 2026 at 11:24 AM UTC
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Michael Strahan was absent from "Good Morning America" again Wednesday, prompting viewers to search for answers about the longtime TV host and former NFL star.
Robin Roberts and George Stephanopoulos anchored Wednesday's broadcast without Strahan, and the show did not appear to immediately offer an on-air explanation for his absence.
Recent social media posts may offer a clue. On July 27, Strahan shared photos from Italy on Instagram and thanked the country for "the great time and great new memories."
Where is Michael Strahan?
Michael Strahan was absent from "Good Morning America" again Wednesday as viewers searched for answers about his whereabouts.
While Strahan has not publicly addressed his absence from the ABC morning show, he shared a social media post July 27 featuring photos from Italy. In the caption, he thanked Italy for "the great time and great new memories" and added, "Salute until next time!"
The post suggests Strahan recently spent time overseas, though it is unclear whether he is still traveling.
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Why is Michael Strahan absent from 'Good Morning America'?
Neither Strahan nor "Good Morning America" immediately explained Wednesday's absence on air.
The former NFL star and television host has remained active on social media. He shared travel photos from Italy earlier this week.
When will Michael Strahan return to 'GMA'?
As of Wednesday morning, a return date had not been publicly announced.
Viewers will likely be watching upcoming episodes of "Good Morning America" for updates on when Strahan will return to the anchor desk alongside Roberts and Stephanopoulos.
Lori Comstock is a New Jersey-based reporter covering trending news with USA TODAY Network's Mid-Atlantic Connect Team. She covers news in the Northeast, including New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Reach her at LComstock@usatodayco.com.
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