He was originally set to depart in September.
But things happened
The chair next to Kelly Ripa is going to be vacant a lot sooner than expected.
Michael Strahan who was originally expected to departLiveforGood Morning Americain September will now vacate his post May 13.

Credit: ABC
The news was first reported byPEOPLE.
I first want to honestly, sincerely thank you for welcoming back to this show, she said.
The love, the show of support through this bizarre time has been really overwhelming.
I really need a couple of days to gather my thoughts.
Afterwards, Strahan expressed happiness about her return and credited her for helping with his career.
I love you, he said.
And Im right down the street.
If you need me, Im coming back to help out.