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Bill Ritter Steps Down as WABC-TV Anchor Due to Alzheimer’s

Updated 2026-06-12 23:55 UTC 1 source Neutral

WABC-TV news anchor Bill Ritter announced his departure from the 'Eyewitness News' anchor position after being diagnosed with early-stage Alzheimer's. His last broadcast was on Friday.

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Variety
Longtime WABC-TV/ABC7 news anchor Bill Ritter is stepping down from the “Eyewitness News” chair after being diagnosed with early stage Alzheimer’s. Ritter announced on Friday’s 6 p.m. newscast that it would be his last. Ritter has anchored the station’s 6 p.m. “Ey
2026-06-12 23:41 UTC
Variety
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2026-06-12 23:50 UTC
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