Helen Maitlis left New Amsterdam to pursue other projects, according to the BBC.

BBC presenter Helen Maitlis has confirmed she is leaving New Amsterdam after two years as a host. The broadcaster said the journalist wanted to focus on other projects and that her departure was amicable. “Helen is moving on to pursue other projects and will not be returning,” a BBC spokesperson said.

“I’ve had a wonderful time working with the team on New Amsterdam and I’m really proud of the programmes we made,” she said. “It’s been a privilege to work with such talented people at the BBC.”