How Did Bruce Johnson Die? Tributes pour in as WUSA9 Anchor Passed Away At 71
3 min readBruce Johnson died. People are shocked and are talking on the web that he’s dead. He was the most reputable and highest-paid television news reporter in Washington.
His supporters and loved ones are outraged after listening to this unhappy news. In his career, he won 22 Emmys and also featured his similarity on a mural outside Ben’s Chili Bowl when he retired in 2020.
He did considerable work in his life and he had gained the love of the fans with his admirable work.
Bruce Johnson was a television anchor at WTOP’s old sister station. He was recalled for his service as a Washingtonian with the largest effect on the D.C.-area.
He had finished a bachelor’s and master’s degree and got into WTOP. At this, he was 25 yr.
Tonight we are mourning the loss of Bruce Johnson, legendary reporter, anchor, storyteller, humanitarian, colleague, mentor and friend. Our hearts are with his family, and we ask that their privacy be respected in this difficult time. 💔 https://t.co/yOm7HPUpvr
— WUSA9 (@wusa9) April 4, 2022Advertisement
How Did Bruce Johnson Die?
Bruce Johnson, died on 3 April he was experiencing a cancer diagnosis just two years before resigning from his program Off Script with Bruce Johnson.
He struggled tough but he left the world. His age was 71 at the time of his death
Bruce achievements
The remarkable anchor has since earned many awards. Bruce has been introduced into the society of professional journalist Hall of fame, the Washington D.C. Hall of Fame.
He was also a part of the National Press Club, a lifetime member of the Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity, The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ).
Bruce Johnson was a giant of DC journalism, a father, grandfather, husband, & proud author. Like many Washingtonians, he’s been a part of my life since I was a little girl, delivering the news and giving voice to DC residents. I’m heartbroken. Rest In Heaven. pic.twitter.com/Z9FgHcMXbv
— Mayor Muriel Bowser (@MayorBowser) April 4, 2022
What Was His Cause of Death?
Lori declared the news on her Facebook page Sunday, saying that the family wants folks to accept their privacy at this time.
His reason for death is not clear, people are assuming it may be due to his cancer problem.
Many people shared their consolations on social media to admire the work which he did in his career.
His family is handling sad times due to his death. They are mourning his demise.
Longtime 7News DC reporter Sam Ford, who knew Johnson closely, posted, Wow, what a shock. He said that he saw Bruce a week or so ago. And he was the MC for the mayor’s March Madness occasion at the Ronald Reagan Building.
This. So heartbreaking! 💔
— Lorenzo Hall (@LorenzoHall) April 4, 2022
Bruce Johnson was a wonderful human. THE man! He was DC!
Just weeks ago, we laughed endlessly and chatted for hours about his legendary @WUSA9 career and future plans.
Bruce loved his family, journalism, us, this city! pic.twitter.com/HYFV3xFjUo
A true legend gone today. A loss for all of journalism and DC.
— Rebecca Knier 📸 (@RebeccaKnier) April 4, 2022
RIP, Bruce Johnson. 💔 pic.twitter.com/fZPw2BYM8F