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Central Texas television station KCEN is mourning the loss of one of their own.
Anchor Lindsay Liepman announced to viewers during the 10:00 p.m. newscast on Wednesday that her co-anchor Kris Radcliffe “unexpectedly” died earlier that day. He was 51. It is unknown how he died at this time. Understandably, the journalist was heartbroken over the news — so much so she broke down in tears during an emotional on-air tribute to her colleague. She began by saying:
“This is an incredibly sad day for our KCEN family. My co-anchor Kris Radcliffe died unexpectedly and we received the news today. Kris sat in the chair right beside me and he was the best, he was simply the best. Funny, genuine and smart, I looked forward to working with Kris every single night and I think you all could tell at home. We had fun here. Kris loved this community and never took his role for granted.”
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Kris sounds like an amazing guy. And he was clearly so adored by his co-worker. The newscaster worked at the station for 22 years. Acknowledging the impact he had, Lindsay continued:
“If I had known yesterday was going to be our last newscast together I would have ignored the cues to wrap from our producers and just laughed a little longer at all of his jokes. He always has lots of jokes. I would have thanked him for all he’s taught me and given to all of you, the viewers, but that is not how life works out. What you don’t get to see on-air is the time spent talking about our families and our group chats. He loved talking about sports and politics. It was important for me to share what he meant to us here at KCEN right now because I know he would have done the same for me.”
Becoming more choked up, Lindsay said she would not be delivering broadcast that night:
“I simply cannot get through the newscast tonight and I hope you understand. This is a true loss for our community, his family, and I know that he touched so many of your lives in a positive way. I think it was an honor for him to do this job, it was an honor for us to work with Kris.”
So, so sad. You can watch the announcement and tribute to Kris (below):
Our hearts go out to Kris’ loved ones and colleagues at KCEN. Rest in peace, Kris…
[Image via KCENNews/YouTube]
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