Dave Ward, Legendary Houston News Anchor and Longest-Serving Broadcaster, Dies

Dave Ward, legendary Houston news anchor and longest-serving broadcaster, dies

Dave Ward, a broadcasting legend who became the longest-running television news anchor in the world during his remarkable 50-year career at ABC 13 Eyewitness News, has died.

Dave Ward, Houston's world record holder anchorman, dies at 86

Houston's beloved news anchor, Dave Ward, has passed away at 86, leaving a remarkable 50-year legacy at ABC13. Known for his signature greeting and dedication to public safety, Ward's career spanned pivotal moments in Texas history. His pioneering crime reenactments and extensive interviews cemented his status as a trusted voice.

Houston TV news legend Dave Ward dead at age 86

Dave Ward anchored the news on ABC13 for more than 50 years, a record for one news anchor in the same city at the same station.

Dave Ward's life and legacy as a newsman at ABC13

ABC13 Houston's Anchor Emeritus Dave Ward has died

Longtime Houston newsman Dave Ward dies at age 86

Our thoughts are with our colleagues at KTRK and generations of Houstonians who watched Dave Ward deliver the news.

DAVE WARD HAS DIED

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — ABC13 Anchor Emeritus Dave Ward has died. For more than 50 years, Dave was Houston’s anchorman. He began each newscast with his signature line, “Good evening, friends.” That’s how the legendary newsman felt about the viewers who shared his love for the city he was so proud to call his home. His […]