Journalist continues live report as cockroach crawls on her, viewers call for raise
Translated from Lithuanian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- American journalist Rachel Menitoff continued her live report despite a large cockroach crawling on her body.
- Viewers were impressed by her professionalism and composure during the unexpected incident.
- The incident led to calls for her to receive a salary increase in recognition of her dedication.
American journalist Rachel Menitoff has earned widespread admiration from thousands of internet users for her unwavering professionalism during a live television report. While covering a story, Menitoff encountered an unexpected and unsettling situation when a large cockroach began crawling on her body.
Despite the startling nature of the incident, Menitoff maintained her composure and continued her report without interruption. Her ability to remain focused and professional under such bizarre circumstances has been widely praised online.
Viewers who witnessed the event were reportedly impressed by her dedication to her job. The incident quickly gained traction on social media, with many expressing their astonishment at her calm demeanor. The widespread reaction has led to calls for Menitoff to be recognized for her exceptional performance, with some suggesting she deserves a salary increase for her remarkable resilience and commitment to delivering the news, no matter the personal discomfort.
Originally published by Delfi in Lithuanian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.