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KTLA Reporter Sam Rubin's Son Colby Pays Emotional Tribute to His Dad During Broadcast

Sam Rubin, the longtime and beloved journalist, died Friday following a heart attack.

Rubin, a revered figure in the realm of TV journalism and a familiar face on KTLA's morning show, tragically died on Friday after succumbing to a heart attack, ET confirmed. Over the course of his career he was also called upon to play himself or a TV reporter on several popular shows and movies, including Beverly Hills, 90210, Rizzoli & Isles, Melrose Place, Major Crimes, That's So Raven and Fantastic Four. Rubin, also a fixture at red carpet events like the Academy Awards and Golden Globes, was born in San Diego, California, but long considered Los Angeles his home.

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