{"id":20827,"date":"2026-03-23T22:59:44","date_gmt":"2026-03-23T17:59:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pni.net.pk\/us\/?p=20827"},"modified":"2026-03-23T22:59:44","modified_gmt":"2026-03-23T17:59:44","slug":"legendary-big-apple-news-anchor-passes-away-at-82","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pni.net.pk\/us\/legendary-big-apple-news-anchor-passes-away-at-82\/","title":{"rendered":"Legendary Big Apple News Anchor Passes Away At 82"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" tabindex=\"0\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"d374559e-c6f2-4b92-afae-7e08fd2b9aa7\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\">\n<p data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"216\">Veteran New York television journalist <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Ernie Anastos<\/span><\/span>, one of the most recognizable faces in \u201cBig Apple\u201d broadcasting, has passed away at the age of 82, marking the end of an era in local news.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"218\" data-end=\"548\">Anastos was widely respected for his commanding on-air presence, polished delivery, and decades-long contribution to television journalism in New York City. Over a career spanning more than four decades, he became a household name, anchoring major newscasts and covering some of the most significant stories in the city\u2019s history.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"550\" data-end=\"884\">Known for his signature closing line, \u201cKeep fighting the good fight,\u201d Anastos built a loyal audience who admired not only his professionalism but also his warmth and connection with viewers. His work earned him numerous awards and accolades, cementing his legacy as one of the most influential local news anchors in the United States.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"886\" data-end=\"1164\">Throughout his career, Anastos worked with leading networks and stations, including long tenures at WABC-TV and later WNYW-FOX 5, where he anchored evening news programs. His ability to balance hard news with human interest stories made him a trusted voice in millions of homes.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1166\" data-end=\"1454\">Colleagues and media personalities have paid tribute, remembering him as a consummate professional, a mentor to younger journalists, and a symbol of integrity in broadcast news. Many credited him with setting a high standard for local journalism during a rapidly evolving media landscape.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1456\" data-end=\"1615\">Beyond the newsroom, Anastos was also known for his community involvement and philanthropic efforts, supporting various charitable initiatives across New York.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"1849\">His passing leaves a significant void in the world of broadcast journalism, but his legacy endures through the generations of reporters and anchors he inspired, and the countless viewers who welcomed him into their homes each night.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Veteran New York television journalist Ernie Anastos, one of the most recognizable faces in \u201cBig Apple\u201d broadcasting, has passed away at the age of 82, marking the end of an era in local news. 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