Hollywood A-listers took to social media this weekend to honor beloved KTLA anchor Sam Rubin, who died Friday.
“Your professionalism was unmatched by your kindness and humanity” Viola Davis wrote on Instagram. “I will miss your presence on the red carpet. God bless your loved ones. Good speed.”
Rubin was a popular entertainment anchor on KTLA-TV’s morning show, and appeared at award shows and red carpet events throughout Hollywood. He died of a heart attack on Friday at the age of 64.
“KTLA 5 is deeply saddened to report the death of Sam Rubin,” Chanel wrote on X (formerly Twitter). “Sam was a giant in the local news industry and entertainment world and was a fixture on Los Angeles morning television for decades. His laughter, charm and caring personality touched all who knew him. Sam was a was a loving husband and father: the roles he loved most Our thoughts are with Sam’s family at this difficult time.
Comedian John Mullaney also took a moment to honor Rubin at the end of his final episode, which aired live on Netflix Friday night.
“A special L.A. goodbye to Mr. Sam Rubin,” Mlaney told the crowd before signing off.
Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos presented Rubin with the honor. On Instagramwriting, “Awards season red carpets will never be the same without KTLA’s Sam Rubin. Always the most fun and always full of smiles and laughs. He was a legend in this town.”
on Twitter, Written by Ryan Reynolds: “Even though I was on my 85th interview that day, I was always happy to see Sam. Even if he was on his 85th interview that day, he always brought genuine kindness, curiosity and an out-of-the-box question. .
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