Sam Rubin, an entertainment anchor who was with KTLA since 1991, has died. He was 64 years old.
The reporter died of a heart attack at his home after doing a daily Hollywood news segment on the channel, it has been confirmed.
“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 laugh, charm and caring personality touched all who knew him. Sam was a loving husband and father: the roles he loved most Our thoughts are with Sam’s family at this difficult time.
For LA entertainment diehards, Rubin was an industry staple and reported from many red carpets in addition to his role as the face of showbiz on KTLA Channel 5. . Rubin was beloved for his friendly demeanor and was never afraid to ask tough questions on a beat that was often considered fluff on broadcast network newscasts.
In addition to his numerous Emmy wins, Rubin received the Golden Mike Award for Best Entertainment Reporter, the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Southern California Broadcasters Association and the Los Angeles Press Club’s Best Entertainment Reporter. He was also honored in 2013 by the National Hispanic Media Coalition, receiving its annual Impact Award for Outstanding Integrity in Broadcast Journalism.
Rubin co-wrote two biographies, one about former first lady Jacqueline Onassis, and the other about Mia Farrow, which was just the title.
He was one of the founding members of the Broadcast Film Critics Association, one of the largest organizations of film and television critics in the country with over 200 members.
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