Sam Rubin, popular news anchor passes away
Sam Rubin was a well-known entertainment reporter and news anchor. Rubin was best known for his work on KTLA Morning News. He started anchoring the TV show in 1991. He appeared for the last time on the show on May 9th, as he breathed his last on May 10, 2024, at the age of 64. The cause of death that has been reported is heart attack.
Early days of Sam Rubin:
Sam was born in San Diego in 1960 but he grew up in Los Angeles. From a very early age, he possessed an interest in the entertainment industry. According to his friends and colleagues, Sam had a desire to appear on TV from the time he was in high school. During his high school days, he used to take participation in various student news programs. It confirms his natural interest in becoming a TV personality.
Growing up in Los Angeles fueled his interest. The Hollywood atmosphere has an impact on him that helped him reach his heights.
Sam Rubin studied at Occidental College. He did his graduation in American Studies and Rhetoric from this college in 1982.
Work-life of Sam Rubin:
Sam Rubin has a successful career as a TV news anchor. As mentioned, he started his career as the KTLA Morning News reporter in 1991. The show was just six months old when Sam Rubin took his charge. His career lasted over three decades. In this long career, he earned much respect and admiration. Sam was honored with lifetime achievement recognition from the Southern California Broadcasters Association (SCFA). Apart from that he was also given the title of ‘Best Entertainment Reporter’ by the Los Angeles Press Club.
Besides KTLA, Sam Rubin also appeared on KNX-AM and on BBC. The organization ‘Broadcast Film Critic’s Association’ was also founded by him.
KTLA 5 on May 11 hosted a show in memory of Sam Rubin which featured his co-workers. They remembered Rubin’s early days in KTLA. Carlos and Mark share stories about Sam’s energetic personality and his impact on their lives. They also discussed his role as a connector and his ability to bring people together.
Fans remembering Sam Rubin:
Rubin’s fans and viewers are in absolute shock to hear about the demise of him. People could not believe that the man, whom some of them had watching for 30+ years, won’t return to the studio of KTLA News to present the morning news. People all over the internet are sending condolences, and sympathy to their family over Rubin’s demise.
People turned to Twitter (X) to write about how much they did love Sam.
One person wrote that they were heartbroken and couldn’t accept the fact that he was gone.
The Santa Monica Pier honored Sam Rubin and posted a video to pay tribute to this vibrant anchor.
One user on Twitter wrote –
“I’m heartbroken. Sam Rubin was not just an Icon in the entertainment news industry but most importantly a kind and wonderful person. I’ll miss helping him with his shoes, ties, and cufflinks every awards season, but I will especially miss his kindness and smile. RIP”
Sam’s impact extended beyond his work at KTLA, as he touched the lives of many people and left a lasting legacy. He was one of the most profound news reporters of the current time.
Original article published in: lifestyle.khabarstation.in