ABC7 New York Anchor Bill Ritter Says He Has Alzheimer’s
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Key Points:
- Bill Ritter, a longtime anchor for WABC-TV New York’s ABC7 Eyewitness News since 1999, announced he has been diagnosed with early-stage Alzheimer’s and is stepping down from his anchoring role effective immediately.
- Ritter plans to continue contributing to the station by covering special projects focused on Alzheimer’s and related conditions, despite ending his regular newscast duties.
- He had gradually reduced his anchoring responsibilities since turning 75, stepping down from the 11 p.m. and 5 p.m. newscasts before anchoring the 6 p.m. slot until now.
- ABC7 General Manager Marilu Galvez praised Ritter’s career and affirmed he will remain an important part of the station, providing updates and resources about Alzheimer’s to viewers.
- Ritter emphasized the importance of spending more time with family following his diagnosis and acknowledged the uncertainty of his condition due to the lack of a current cure.
