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Yahoo
7 days ago
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José Griñán, longtime Houston Fox 26 news anchor, dies at 72
José Griñán, the longtime Houston news anchor for Fox 26, has died. He was 72. The Houston affiliate, where Griñán worked for 30 years, announced his death in a news report Monday. No cause of death was revealed. "Beloved former FOX 26 Houston anchor José Griñán has died," Fox 26 wrote Monday on social media. "Though José may no longer be with us, his legacy will continue to shine brightly in the stories he told, the lives he touched, and the city he loved." In 1993, when Griñán began working with the station, he became the first male anchor of the channel's morning show. He anchored his final broadcast for Fox 26 in June 2023. Read more: KABC's Ellen Leyva signs off after 30 years in moving final broadcast: 'I'm really lucky' The news anchor took an extended break from the station in 2022 after getting diagnosed with polymyalgia rheumatica — an inflammatory condition mostly affecting people over 65 that causes stiffness and pain in the joints and muscles, according to the Mayo Clinic. Reflecting on his time at Fox 26 at the end of his broadcast career, Griñán told Houston's in 2023 that he deeply valued how his job helped him help others. "Working at the station has allowed me to, in a sense, provide life saving information for someone who was searching, and comfort someone who may have thought that the world was coming to an end, but letting them know that things are under control," he said. Read more: Aaron Brown, news anchor who helped CNN viewers through Sept. 11 attacks, dies at 76 Griñán was born on July 24, 1952, in Tampa, Fla., to a Cuban father and a first-generation Cuban American mother. Before appearing on-screen as an anchor, he worked as a cinematographer and documentary filmmaker for the U.S. Army. His first anchor role came in 1975 at a news station in El Paso, Texas. From there, Griñán held jobs in his hometown of Tampa, Miami, New York City and Dallas before landing in Houston in 1993. He held decades-long memberships to both the National Association of Black Journalists and the National Association of Hispanic Journalists. Griñán is survived by his wife, Kathy Griffin Townsend Griñán, his two daughters and three stepdaughters. Get our Latinx Files newsletter for stories that capture the complexity of our communities. This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.
Los Angeles Times
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
José Griñán, longtime Houston Fox 26 news anchor, dies at 72
José Griñán, the longtime Houston news anchor for Fox 26, has died. He was 72. The Houston affiliate, where Griñán worked for 30 years, announced his death in a news report Monday. No cause of death was revealed. 'Beloved former FOX 26 Houston anchor José Griñán has died,' Fox 26 wrote Monday on social media. 'Though José may no longer be with us, his legacy will continue to shine brightly in the stories he told, the lives he touched, and the city he loved.' In 1993, when Griñán began working with the station, he became the first male anchor of the channel's morning show. He anchored his final broadcast for Fox 26 in June 2023. The news anchor took an extended break from the station in 2022 after getting diagnosed with polymyalgia rheumatica — an inflammatory condition mostly affecting people over 65 that causes stiffness and pain in the joints and muscles, according to the Mayo Clinic. Reflecting on his time at Fox 26 at the end of his broadcast career, Griñán told Houston's in 2023 that he deeply valued how his job helped him help others. 'Working at the station has allowed me to, in a sense, provide life saving information for someone who was searching, and comfort someone who may have thought that the world was coming to an end, but letting them know that things are under control,' he said. Griñán was born on July 24, 1952, in Tampa, Fla., to a Cuban father and a first-generation Cuban American mother. Before appearing on-screen as an anchor, he worked as a cinematographer and documentary filmmaker for the U.S. Army. His first anchor role came in 1975 at a news station in El Paso, Texas. From there, Griñán held jobs in his hometown of Tampa, Miami, New York City and Dallas before landing in Houston in 1993. He held decades-long memberships to both the National Association of Black Journalists and the National Association of Hispanic Journalists. Griñán is survived by his wife, Kathy Griffin Townsend Griñán, his two daughters and three stepdaughters.
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Former Fox Houston Anchor José Griñán Dies at 72
Former Houston anchor José Griñán has died at 72-years-old. Griñán started working at Houston Fox owned station Fox 26 in 1993. He retired in June of 2023 at the age of 70. Before retiring, he went on medical leave in the fall of 2022 before briefly returning to the air. From the moment he joined our news team in 1993, José's charisma, warmth, and dedication to his craft resonated deeply with viewers. His storytelling spanned thousands of stories, from hard-hitting breaking news to heartwarming features, all delivered with his signature style that made him a household started his career as a cinematographer, filming documentaries for the U.S. Army. He started anchoring in El Paso, Texas in 1975, before moving to Tampa, Miami, New York, and then Fox 4 in Dallas before joining KRIV.
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Former FOX 26 Houston anchor José Griñán has died
HOUSTON - Former FOX 26 Houston anchor José Griñán has passed away at 72-years-old. José was a beloved and familiar face in Houston – leaving an indelible mark on the city and on its broadcasting landscape, spending 30 years here at FOX 26. From the moment he joined our news team in 1993, José's charisma, warmth, and dedication to his craft resonated deeply with viewers. His storytelling spanned thousands of stories, from hard-hitting breaking news to heartwarming features, all delivered with his signature style that made him a household name. Before Houston came to know and love José's inviting presence on air, he had already built a remarkable career. José's journey began as a cinematographer, filming documentaries for the U.S. Army, which ignited his passion for storytelling. His first anchor role came in El Paso, Texas, in 1975, and from there, his career skyrocketed. From Tampa, Miami, New York, and back to Texas at FOX 4 in Dallas, José's pursuit of truth and storytelling took him across the nation. One of the first reporters on the scene during the Branch Davidian siege in Waco in the early '90s, José was no stranger to covering monumental stories. He handled everything from natural disasters to high-stakes news events, always with professionalism and grace. Jose's versatility on and off the desk earned him a special place in the hearts of Houstonians, as he became the very first male anchor on FOX 26's morning show in 1993. Beyond his professional accolades, José was known for his generous spirit. He was committed to his community, giving his time to organizations like the National Kidney Foundation, Special Olympics, and the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. He was also a board member of the Dive Pirate Foundation, Houston Read Commission and Keep Houston Beautiful. His kindness and dedication extended far beyond the newsroom, making an impact on countless lives in and out of Houston. José's legacy is not only defined by his impressive résumé but by the countless anchors, reporters, and viewers whose lives he touched. He shared the news desk with more than 30 anchors and dozens of reporters, serving as a mentor, friend, and inspiration to many in the industry. Born on July 24, 1952, in Tampa, Florida, José's Cuban roots were a source of pride. José was a proud father of five children, married to his wife, Kathy, and a cherished member of both the National Association of Black Journalists and the National Association of Hispanic Journalists. Though José may no longer be with us, his legacy will continue to shine brightly in the stories he told, the lives he touched, and the city he loved.
Express Tribune
26-05-2025
- General
- Express Tribune
Former FOX 26 Houston anchor José Griñán dies at 72
Veteran broadcaster José Griñán, a longtime anchor for FOX 26 Houston, has died at the age of 72. Griñán, who spent over three decades at the station, passed away leaving behind a powerful legacy in Houston's media landscape. José joined FOX 26 in 1993 and quickly became a beloved figure across the city. Known for his warm presence and journalistic integrity, he anchored thousands of stories ranging from breaking news to human interest features. He became FOX 26's first male morning show anchor, shaping morning news coverage in the city. Before his television career, Griñán served as a cinematographer in the U.S. Army, where he developed his passion for storytelling. His broadcasting career spanned major cities including El Paso, Tampa, Miami, New York, and Dallas before settling in Houston. He was also one of the first reporters to cover the Waco Branch Davidian siege in the 1990s. Off-camera, José was a pillar in the Houston community. He volunteered for organizations such as the National Kidney Foundation, Special Olympics, and the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. He also served on the boards of the Dive Pirate Foundation, Houston Read Commission, and Keep Houston Beautiful. Born July 24, 1952, in Tampa, Florida, José was proud of his Cuban heritage. He is survived by his wife Kathy, two daughters, and a community of colleagues and viewers who admired his work. A member of both the National Association of Black Journalists and the National Association of Hispanic Journalists, José Griñán's legacy lives on in the city he served so passionately.
