@abc7ny: Longtime Eyewitness News anchor Bill Ritter announced on Friday he is stepping away from anchoring after he was diagnosed with early-stage Alzheimer's. Ritter, who has anchored the 6 p.m. newscast since 2001, said Friday's broadcast would be his last as an anchor at WABC-TV. In his own words, Ritter shares a very personal message. #abc7ny #abc #eyewitnessnews #billritter
This is sad as hell man. Dude has been a staple in nyc for decades
2026-06-12 23:35:11
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andrealugo🪬🧿 :
this voice reminds me of my childhood, it could make me cry.
2026-06-12 23:21:01
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🦋 Butterfly Girl 🦋 :
Look amazing for 75… Go be with your family and bless everyday with them . God bless you
2026-06-13 00:21:04
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𝐋𝐞𝐞𝐋𝐮𝐱𝐞 ♡ :
We will miss you Bill 🥹🥺❤️🩹
2026-06-12 23:52:51
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Emma Lazarus :
ALL THE VERY, VERY BEST, BILL! You are a NYC legend! 🗽
2026-06-12 23:38:21
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Charthizzle :
WE LOVE YOU BILL ALWAYS! may God heal you and be with you through it all.
2026-06-12 23:06:53
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Mal :
So sorry to hear. Wish you all the best, Bill. God bless
2026-06-12 23:03:35
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Dez :
Damn, I remember when Bill Beutel retired as a kid and Bill Ritter took over and now this. I’m truly saddened to hear this news. Bill take care of yourself and thank you sir for the years you have given us. You have done a wonderful job giving me and my family the news.
2026-06-12 23:14:53
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katie bishop :
this cuts deep. your vulnerability is beyond appreciated.
2026-06-12 23:01:14
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isha 📚📚 :
We love you Bill Ritter 🤩
2026-06-12 23:00:51
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Christian :
Salute to an NY news legend, thank you for everything you've done on ABC news, Mr.Ritter ❤️
2026-06-13 02:38:24
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Blossom :
Did he say his youngest will graduate HS and he's 75? Did I hear that right?
2026-06-13 01:55:02
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Whatzupnay :
We have your back Mr.Ritter. We love you and support you! A staple of EWN. 🥰
2026-06-13 02:41:07
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Julie :
Heartbreaking🥲🥲🥲
2026-06-13 02:40:13
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Giselle :
Omg I am sobbing!!!
2026-06-12 23:21:11
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. :
I grew up with this man. We will miss you sooooo much!!!!
2026-06-12 23:08:39
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BigBodyBenz :
Been watching him since I was 5 years old… I shed a few tears behind this one 🥺🫶🏽 God bless you Mr. Ritter
2026-06-13 02:45:06
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American Paranoia :
Knicks gotta win it for Bill
2026-06-13 01:57:12
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that.brooklyn.slay :
Bill….i can’t take this!🥺🥺🥺
2026-06-13 00:38:55
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Beautyfly4895 :
It takes courage to announce such an announcement. Yes “you are brave” 🙏🥰 my mom diagnosed with Alzheimer at 60 years old, she is now 75 years old 🙏 You got this Mr. Ritter🙏
2026-06-12 23:45:30
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“Bad” Brad :
Truly hope for the best for you Bill… 🙏
2026-06-13 01:45:19
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