Sam Rubin Longtime KTLA Entertainment Reporter Dies at 64
Rubin died at his home of a heart attack. His last appearance on KTLA was on May 9.
He did not appear Friday on KTLA’s 7-9 a.m. “Morning News” as usual.
Rubin was a fixture in Hollywood who enjoyed rare longevity with a single station throughout his career. On camera
Rubin was unfailingly jocular and warm, often talking about his off-air activities with his wife and four children.
Chatting with Rubin live on KTLA has long been a staple of any publicity tour for stars of movies, TV shows, concert tours and anything else involving entertainment.
My prayers are with his family and the KTLA family as we mourn his passing. He will be missed,” Sook said in a statement.
KTLA news anchor Frank Buckley was visibly choked up as he reported Rubin’s death on-air Friday afternoon.
Our thoughts are with Sam’s family during this difficult time.”