Archive · 3 Aug 2026
Memphis Anchor Napped on Live TV, Producers Criticized
A TV show in Memphis was on air when the anchor, Dominique Dillon, fell asleep on camera.
The clip showed her with her head in her hand and eyes closed.
People on the internet said the producers should have cut the shot earlier.
Some people defended Dillon, saying she has two kids and works hard.
After the show, Dillon posted a funny picture on Facebook pretending to be asleep.
The whole thing made a lot of people talk online.
Good Morning Memphis anchor Dominique Dillon was caught napping on live TV.
The clip showed Dillon resting her head in her hand with eyes closed after reporter Sheila O’Connor finished a segment.
Viewers criticized producers for keeping the camera on Dillon too long, calling it a “shady” decision.
Some netizens defended Dillon, noting she is a mother of two and works long hours, urging people to “show her some grace.”
Dillon later posted a photo on Facebook where she pretended to be asleep, responding to the incident.
- Who
- Dominique Dillon, Good Morning Memphis anchor, and producer team
- What
- Dillon was caught napping on live television
- When
- During a Good Morning Memphis broadcast (date not specified)
- Where
- Memphis, Tennessee
- Why
- Dillon was tired from long hours and motherhood; producers kept the camera on too long
- Anchor
- Dominique Dillon
- Program
- Good Morning Memphis
- Incident
- Napping on live TV
- Reaction
- Social media backlash
- Response
- Dillon posted a playful photo on Facebook