The Los Angeles Times has officially appointed Terry Tang as its executive editor, removing the “interim” tag from her title. Tang, who previously served as the editorial page editor, was elevated to the leadership role in January on a provisional basis.
Owners Patrick and Michele Soon-Shiong expressed their excitement about Tang leading the newsroom, stating that she has demonstrated the capability of building on the paper’s legacy of excellence in journalism. They highlighted Tang’s understanding of the mission to make the Times a pillar of democracy and to amplify the voices of those often unheard.
Tang, the first woman to lead the Times’ newsroom, has made significant changes since taking on the interim role. She has promoted Hector Becerra to managing editor and Maria L. La Ganga to deputy managing editor for California and metro. Tang has also continued to oversee the opinion section and will do so under her official leadership role.
In a statement, Tang expressed her honor at leading an institution that serves the community and makes a difference in the lives of Californians and the nation. The Los Angeles Times and its journalists play a vital role in informing the public, and Tang is committed to making their work indispensable to readers.
With Tang at the helm, the Times is poised to navigate the turbulent media landscape and continue its mission of delivering impactful journalism to its audience. Stay tuned for more updates on Tang’s leadership and the future of the Los Angeles Times.
