Michael Tuck, Former Los Angeles And San Diego News Anchorman dies

Michael Tuck’s powerful on-air presence led to long news anchorman stints in San Diego and Los Angeles

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Tuck died on Aug. 17 at 76

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According to reports, Tuck died after a long battle with post-stroke complications

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From 1990 until 2000, Tuck worked at KCBS in Los Angeles after starting his career at KGTV in San Diego.

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After arriving back in San Diego, he concluded his career there at KFMB and KUSI.

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Throughout his career in newscasting, he has received numerous honours.

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Including 15 regional Emmys, 4 Golden Mike Awards, and the Sigma Delta Chi Distinguished Service Award.

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Tuck is survived by his wife Jill, sons Collin and Jackson, daughter Tyler, brother Gene, and sister Elizabeth Olivia

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