Beloved Los Angeles Entertainment Broadcaster Sam Rubin Dies at 64
The city of Los Angeles is mourning the loss of one of its most beloved entertainment broadcasters, Sam Rubin, who passed away on Friday at the age of 64. Rubin, who joined KTLA 5’s morning news team in 1991, was known for his charismatic interviews with actors and musicians.
Rubin’s colleagues and friends at KTLA 5, including Frank Buckley and Eric Spillman, remembered him as an energetic, genuine, and authentic human being who was born to be a broadcaster. His passion for broadcasting was evident even in his teenage years when he worked for the LA Unified School District student news channel in 1977.
Throughout his decades-long career, Rubin built relationships with some of Hollywood’s biggest names, from George Clooney to Denzel Washington to Tom Hanks. His charm, joy, and sense of humor endeared him to both his interview subjects and his audience.
Rubin’s 16-year-old son, Colby Rubin, paid tribute to his father on KTLA 5, describing him as an incredible father and friend who taught him valuable life lessons. The sudden loss of Sam Rubin has left a void in the entertainment industry and in the hearts of Angelinos who considered him a friend.
Sam Rubin is survived by his wife and four children, leaving behind a legacy of excellence in entertainment broadcasting. Los Angeles will always remember him as a true talent and a beloved member of the community.
