What Happened To Wendy Rieger? NBC4 Anchor Dies At 65
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Popular news anchor Wendy Rieger associated with NBC4 for Washington D.C has passed away at the age of 65 leaving a void to be felt forever. As Wendy served as an anchor and reporter for NBC4. The news of her demise has certainly left everyone mourning. As her work and dedication remain to be remembered by all. While the iconic anchor has left for her heavenly abode.
Here’s everything to know about Wendy Rieger and her sudden demise.
Mourning our dear Wendy Rieger, we take comfort in the sage words she shared to mark her retirement.
— NBC4 Washington (@nbcwashington) April 16, 2022
"I have lived my life big and loud," Wendy said. “Life is not always a test. It is a teaching. I must learn this lesson with grace. And I will.” https://t.co/0vKfj5Mhgj pic.twitter.com/DfX5Mt6tDV
Who was Wendy Rieger?
Wendy Rieger was a popular American journalist who rose to fame with her anchoring career at NBC4 for Washington D. C. She was born and grew up in Norfolk, Virginia, USA. While her anchoring skills made her unique. She was one of the best among her colleagues.
While she was also popular as a host for radio FM99. She before joining as an anchor for NBC4 was working with WRC News4 as a general assignment reporter. However, it was later that she came into the limelight after the news of her death came out.
I’m heartbroken over the passing of one of DC’s most beloved anchors, Wendy Rieger.
— Mayor Muriel Bowser (@MayorBowser) April 16, 2022
Wendy delivered the news honestly — with humor, heart, & expertise and she will be missed dearly. Our hearts are with Dan, her @nbcwashington family, and the many, many people who loved Wendy. pic.twitter.com/BAWSJJK3U9
Wendy Rieger died of Glioblastoma at 65
While the famous anchor Wendy was 65 at the time of her death. Her news of demise came up on 16th April. According to the reports published on NBCWashington site, Wendy died of Glioblastoma. Though she was taking treatment for it and was on to begin a new life later. The disease came back again in her life.
As per the reports, at the time of Wendy’s death. The anchor was holding the hands of her husband Dan. Wendy had to take retirement in December 2021 after a diagnosis of brain cancer. Unfortunately, which ended up taking her life. Leaving everyone who loved her in tears.
Tributes pour in for Wendy Rieger
Ever since the news of the anchor and reporter’s demise came up. Tributes on social media started pouring in. While everyone who personally knew Wendy paid their tribute to the iconic anchor. Everyone remembered her as an enthusiastic, full-of-life kind of person.
Moreover, other netizens who have watched her anchor the news show also remembered her. They paid their heartfelt condolences to the family and loved ones of Wendy Rieger. Alongside they also paid their tribute to the late anchor who served for a long to the news world.
Twitter as such went abuzz with a tribute to remember the late reporter and anchor who gave a new life to the news shows she worked for.
We’re saddened by the loss of anchor and reporter Wendy Rieger.
Our thoughts are with her family and friends. pic.twitter.com/bJrtUBL23U— Washington Nationals (@Nationals) April 16, 2022Advertisement
We mourn and will always remember our dear Wendy Rieger!!! Enjoy your rest in sweet, eternal peace, Wendy!! We'll miss you always!!!🙏🙏🙏🌷https://t.co/OLCa7XmIrT pic.twitter.com/AgCGamzI1B
— Pat Lawson Muse (@PLMuse) April 16, 2022
As I will always remember NBC4’s Wendy Rieger. My condolences to her husband Dan, her family, close friends, her NBC4 family, and her vast audience that loved and laughed with her throughout her remarkable career. @politicshour @wcp @nbcwashington pic.twitter.com/sMrwLFa6Eb
— Tom Sherwood (@tomsherwood) April 16, 2022
All I'm gonna say is yall play too much with this "RIP Wendy" trending…. Thoughts and prayers go out to the friends, family and colleagues of Wendy Rieger from NBC 4. 🙏🧡
— Jonah Sahn (@jonahsahn) April 16, 2022
So sorry to hear about the passing of Wendy Rieger. I had the pleasure of meeting her back in 2012 at an ovarian cancer event. She was the one person that night that I just had to meet. RIP @nbcwendy. #CancerSucks pic.twitter.com/oEmPCYjSMp
— Jeremy Scott (@JerRScott) April 16, 2022
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