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Lloyd Robertson, a famous Canadian journalist, dies at 92

Lloyd Robertson, a famous Canadian journalist, dies at 92

Lloyd Robertson, a famous Canadian journalist, dies at 92
Lloyd Robertson, a well-known Canadian TV news person, has died at 92.
His family told The Canadian Press that he died on Tuesday evening.
Robertson worked at CTV from 1976 to 2011 and was the main anchor and editor.
For 11 years, people voted him the most trusted TV journalist in Canada.
Lloyd Robertson helped Canadians understand the world for over 60 years.
He was a familiar face in many homes. He was a calm voice during uncertain times.
Tonight is a sad night.
— Mark Carney (@MarkJCarney) August 5, 2026
Robertson said that being a journalist is a big responsibility.
He said that you can easily lose the trust of your audience.
Some people thought his job was easy, but he worked hard to bring the news to people.
At the CBC, he was not allowed to write his own stories or choose what to report on.
Robertson said he was more than just a person reading the news.
He wanted to be involved in the news and not just read from a script.
Bell Media said that Robertson was a trusted and loved broadcaster.
He was a mentor and friend to many people who worked with him.
Robertson reported on many big events in Canada and around the world.
He will be deeply missed by everyone at CTV News.
Robertson started his career in broadcasting in 1952 at a local radio station.
He married his high school sweetheart and had four daughters.
He worked at the CBC for many years before joining CTV.
Robertson said he did not leave the CBC for more money.
He wanted the freedom to report on the stories he wanted to tell.
He found it hard to leave the CBC, but he could not turn down the offer from CTV.
One of the hardest stories he reported on was the 9/11 attacks.
He said it was a horrific event that affected many people.
Robertson got emotional when he reported on the memorial service in Ottawa.
He was honored with many awards for his work as a journalist.
He was named a member of the Order of Canada and the Canadian Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame.
In 2007, he was inducted into Canada’s Walk of Fame.
Robertson continued to work as a special correspondent after he retired as the main anchor.
He won many lifetime achievement awards for his work.
He also received several honorary degrees from universities.
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