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you told me this would happen. I’ve worked really hard; I’ve been so focused. I’ve dedicated my life to two things and that’s my family and this profession. And so, to be able to kind of reach this point where so many millions of Americans rely on you, it is the honor of a lifetime. I’m looking forward to it, and I’m really excited. Miami Living: You are the first Latino journalist to host the weeknight edition of the NBC Nightly News. That is a huge accomplishment. What does this mean to you? Tom Llamas: It means a lot, but I know there were people before me who, when I would look up at the television, they were Hispanic, they were Cuban American, they were Mexican American, and they were in roles similar to this. There’s never been a Hispanic who’s led up an evening newscast in English language news. So I know, sort of, the trail that I’m blazing here, but I’m standing on the shoulders of so many other journalists. Miami Living: How would you say your Cuban American, Miami roots have shaped you into the journalist you are today? Tom Llamas: My family lost their country, and they came to this country. They came from a country that doesn’t have a free press. I know the importance. So, that is always at the center of my mind, that you need to have a very strong and fair press, and that’s what I hope to do. Miami Living: What’s your favorite spot to get Cuban food in Miami? Tom Llamas: Versailles, which is amazing, in Little Havana on 8th street. We’ve been going there my entire life; I really love it. Havana Harry’s has incredible Cuban food but also incredible desserts. I love the Cuban sandwiches from a place called Sergio’s, which has been around forever. I have good memories of going there with my grandparents. Miami Living: What is the best place to go dancing and listen to some Cuban music in Miami? Tom Llamas: There were nightclubs called Pacha, which was way back, that was a lot of fun. There was this place called La Covacha, which played good Latin music and was a lot of fun too. If you go to one place in Miami now, I would say go to Café La Trova, because it’s really, really good. You can watch Llamas weekdays on NBC Nightly News with Tom Llamas at 6:30 p.m. ET and following at 7:00 p.m. ET on Top Story with Tom Llamas on NBC News NOW. Connect with him on Instagram and X @llamasnbc. Note: This interview has been edited for length. The full version is available to read in the People & Celebs section at www.miamilivingmagazine.com/post/exclusive-interview-tom-llamas-nbc-nightly-news.