Bill Ritter Departs WABC-TV's 'Eyewitness News' Anchor Job After Alzheimer's Diagnosis
Longtime WABC-TV/ABC7 news anchor Bill Ritter has announced his departure from his role at "Eyewitness News." His decision follows a diagnosis of early stage Alzheimer's. Ritter made the announcement during Friday's 6 p.m. newscast, marking it as his final broadcast after anchoring the program since 2001.
Bill Ritter, a veteran news anchor for WABC-TV/ABC7, has stepped down from his position on the "Eyewitness News" program. His departure comes after he received a diagnosis of early stage Alzheimer's.
Ritter publicly announced his exit during the 6 p.m. newscast on Friday, confirming it would be his last appearance. He had been a fixture at the station, anchoring the 6 p.m. "Eyewitness News" broadcast since 2001.
According to Variety, Ritter confirmed his doctors informed him of the diagnosis following a series of tests.
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