Journalist keeps cool as giant cockroach crawls on her during live TV report

During a live broadcast reporting on extreme heat in Sherman Oaks, California, KTLA reporter Rachel Menitoff maintained an astonishing level of professionalism when a large flying cockroach landed on her neck. The insect crawled on her body and microphone before flying away.

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Yes, it's a flying cockroach.

Despite the unsettling encounter, Menitoff continued her report without interruption, maintaining a calm demeanor until the segment concluded. Her composure was so remarkable that a colleague off-camera expressed surprise, asking how she managed to stay so still.

Menitoff later shared the video on Instagram, humorously noting the cockroach's attempt to "steal her spotlight." KTLA also highlighted her professionalism on X, praising her ability to remain calm during the unexpected "surprise landing."

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Surprise landing. An insect snuck into Rachel Menitoff's live broadcast last night and we have to commend her professionalism. Who else could maintain such composure?

The incident resonated with viewers and colleagues alike, with many expressing disbelief at her ability to finish the report. One user commented, "I would have screamed, cursed, vomited, set everything on fire and run away crying." Another simply stated, "Give her a raise."

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That's terrifying.

While Menitoff acknowledged the difficulty of staying calm, her ability to do so has become a viral moment, showcasing an extraordinary level of journalistic poise in the face of an unnerving situation.

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I don't understand how she didn't panic in front of the camera.