ABC news anchor Liz Kreutz teased a major life change over the weekend and revealed her “bittersweet” departure to her viewers on a live broadcast.
The KGO-TV weekend anchor and California native opened up about the big news as she concluded her Sunday morning news segment.
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She then further shared the news on Twitter, alongside the video of her making the announcement, writing: “Some personal news to share, as they say… More to come soon on what’s next. For now, thank you
“@abc7newsbayarea and all our loyal viewers. It’s been such a joy and privilege to report for this station.”
Her video, which has since been viewed more than 70,000 times, showed Kruetz saying: “Before we go, I do have some personal news to share with all of you.
“This is my last day anchoring the weekend morning news at ABC 7 News.
“It is bittersweet to say that I will be leaving the Bay Area for an exciting opportunity that I look forward to sharing more about very soon.”
Kruetz, who grew up in San Diego and later attended New York University in Manhattan, continued: “For now, I just want to say what an honor it has been to sit in this chair for the last 3½ years.
“I feel so lucky to have worked with truly some of the best, smartest journalists in the business here at ABC 7.”
“Thank you to our small but mighty overnight team who work tirelessly to get this show on air every weekend,” she added.
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“Thank you to my husband Justin for putting up with those middle-of-the-night alarm clocks, especially when I push snooze. Happy first anniversary. I love you.”
She concluded, “And thanks to all of you, our loyal viewers, for welcoming me into your homes every weekend morning.
“And sometimes literally into your homes, when I have been out around the Bay Area reporting stories. It has such a joy and a privilege. So, thank you.”
Kruetz, who explained herself on her ABC7News bio as someone who enjoys keeping busy outside of work and “exploring all the beauty, food and wineries that Northern California has to offer,” was greeted with praise on social media following her reveal.
One Twitter user commented: “Liz!!!! Say it ain’t so! Thank you for your incredible reporting and for always shining a spotlight on our communities these last few years. Good luck in your next adventures!”
Another responded: “So sad! You were the only reason I would watch ABC 7 News on the weekends. Best of luck.”
“Thank you for the time you gave us on the air we love having you the magical voice and personality, wishing you the best in the future plans god bless you,” a third fan wrote.
A fourth viewer said, “I have thoroughly enjoyed your broadcasting.
“You are definitely one of my favorites and have done such an excellent job delivering the news in an unbiased, professional, flawless and energetic manner.
“Congrats on your new assignment. You will truly be missed.”
And although it’s unclear what exactly Kruetz will be doing next, it’s evident that her fanbase will continue to support her no matter what.
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