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Rosanna Scotto breaks down in tears live on air while mourning her mother's death
On Tuesday, September 1, Fox 5 anchor Rosanna Scotto returned to Good Day New York following the death of her mother, Marion Scotto. The broadcaster struggled to maintain her composure during the morning weather segment.
Marion Scotto, 90, died in August, with Rosanna Scotto announcing the loss on Instagram last week. The matriarch was widely known as the heart of the family's Midtown restaurant, Fresco by Scotto.
During the weather report, B.J. Thomas' 1969 song "Raindrops Keep Fallin' on My Head" played unexpectedly, causing tears to fall. "This song reminds me of my parents," the 68-year-old anchor told viewers.
Co-Anchor Dan Bowens and meteorologist Mike Woods expressed condolences on behalf of Fox 5 and its viewers after the emotional moment. Their support helped Scotto regain her composure.
Returning to work was a difficult step, but Scotto felt her mother would have wanted it that way. Marion believed "hard work is a privilege," a value she instilled in her family.