Canadians are mourning the loss of legendary broadcaster Lloyd Robertson, whose voice and presence became synonymous with television news for generations.
Robertson, the longtime chief anchor and senior editor of CTV National News, died Tuesday at the age of 92, according to multiple reports.
Over a broadcasting career that spanned more than six decades, Robertson guided viewers through some of the most significant moments in modern history. He reported on events including the 9/11 terrorist attacks, the fall of the Berlin Wall, the moon landing, Terry Fox’s inspiring attempt to run across Canada in the 80’s, and countless international stories.
Born in Stratford, Ontario, Robertson began his broadcasting career in radio in 1952 and went on to become one of the most influential figures in Canadian media history.
Robertson joined CTV in 1976 after more than 20 years with CBC and served as chief anchor of CTV National News from 1984 until his retirement in 2011.
Known for his calm, authoritative, and stoic delivery, he became one of the most recognizable figures in Canadian journalism and was repeatedly named Canada’s most ‘trusted’ television journalist.
His trademark sign-off, “That’s the kind of day it’s been,” became familiar to millions of viewers across the country.
Tributes from journalists, colleagues, political leaders, and viewers have continued to pour in, remembering Robertson as a respected mentor and source of information during some of the world’s most challenging moments.
