Charles Osgood, veteran CBS newsman and longtime host of “Sunday Morning,” has died. He was 91.
The award-winning journalist passed away following a battle with dementia at his New Jersey home Tuesday, according to CBS News.
“Charlie absolutely loved being part of the ‘Sunday Morning’ community,” his family said in a statement to the outlet.
“We’ll miss him terribly, but there is comfort in knowing his life was charmed, in large part thanks to you. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for welcoming him into your homes on Sundays to share stories, and to highlight the better parts of humanity,” they added.
“He’ll see you on the radio.”
After news of Osgood’s death surfaced, tributes poured in for the late commentator on social media.
“Rest well and thank you for a lifetime of good Sunday mornings, Charles Osgood,” tweeted one user.
“It was somewhat of a tradition for my family and me to watch CBS Sunday Morning with Charles Osgood. My love for news and storytelling journalism came from that program. RIP
