This Morning entertainment reporter Sam Rubin dies aged 64 | News about Entities and Arts

Los Angeles TV station KTLA called Rubin “a giant in the local news industry” while paying tribute.

Sam Rubin, a veteran Californian entertainment reporter who also worked for ITV, has died aged 64.

Los Angeles TV station KTLA called the reporter “a giant in the local news industry” in paying tribute.

“His laugh, charm and caring personality touched everyone who met him,” the network added.

“Sam was a loving husband and father: the roles he valued most.”

The veteran US journalist has “regularly broadcast live” on ITV’s This Morning over the years.

This Morning said it would air a tribute to Rubin on Monday.

“He woke up Tinseltown every day for decades with his congenial charm and savvy insight into the world of film, he was on first name terms with the stars and became affectionately known as ‘Hollywood Sam.’ We will miss him,” This Morning said in a statement about X.

“There will be a tribute to Sam on Monday’s show, but in the meantime, we send our condolences to his wife Leslie, his four children and Sam’s colleagues at KTLA.”

Among some of the famous faces who paid tribute was US actor Ben Stiller, who described him as a “consummate professional”.

“It’s very sad and I’m sorry to hear of Sam Rubin’s passing,” he said.

The Zoolander star said: “I did my first interview with him in something like 1993, and countless times over the years. He loved actors and films.

“He made everyone feel comfortable and was always fun and easy. He was an institution.”

American actress Yvette Nicole Brown, who starred in Community and The Odd Couple, also said: “Sam was a friend. I enjoyed every time I visited him at KTLA.”

Canadian-American actor Ryan Reynolds added: “Even though I was on my 85th interview that day, I was always happy to see Sam.

“Even though HE was in his 85th interview that day, he always brought genuine kindness, curiosity and an innovative question.”

Born in San Diego in 1960, Rubin joined KTLA in 1991 and won numerous awards over his 33-year tenure at the station.

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He is a multiple Emmy winner, received the Golden Mike Award for best entertainment reporter and a lifetime achievement award from the Southern California Broadcasters Association, and was named best entertainment reporter by the Los Angeles Press Club.

KTLA anchor Lynette Romero wrote in a lengthy tribute that she “didn’t believe it. It had to be a mistake. But it was true,” following his death.

“I’ve known Sam since I moved to Los Angeles 25 years ago. And there are so many things I could say about him,” she said.

“Yes, he was incredibly good at his job. He loved being on TV. He adored his family. He valued his friends. He was kind and caring and had the most beautiful blue eyes.”