Popular KTLA entertainment reporter Sam Rubin dies aged 64

Sam Rubin arrives at GBK Pre Oscar Gift Lounge (Getty Images for GBK Productions)
Sam Rubin arrives at GBK Pre Oscar Gift Lounge (Getty Images for GBK Productions)
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Sam Rubin, a longtime entertainment reporter for Los Angeles news station KTLA, has died. He was 64.

His death was confirmed by a source close to the station, who said he died at his home from a heart attack on Friday (10 May), shortly after having finished his regular “Morning News” segment.

“KTLA 5 is profoundly saddened to report the death of Sam Rubin,” the station posted on X. “Sam was a giant in the local news industry and the entertainment world, and a fixture of Los Angeles morning television for decades. His laugh, charm and caring personality touched all who knew him. Sam was a loving husband and father: the roles he cherished the most. Our thoughts are with Sam’s family during this difficult time.”

Born in San Diego in 1960, Rubin graduated from Occidental College in 1982 with a Bachelor of Arts in American Studies and Rhetoric.

Rubin is survived by his wife and four children.

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