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Hindustan Times
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Anchor delivers news, then baby: Albany journalist goes into labour while on air
In what can be called an extraordinary display of professionalism, a news anchor in US' Albany continued delivering the top headlines even after her water broke and labour contractions began. CBS6 Albany anchor Olivia Jaquith continued delivering the news even after her water broke, with her co-anchor Julia Dunn quipping, 'We do have some breaking news this morning — literally.' This happened during Wednesday's broadcast, according to an Associated Press report. 'Olivia's water has broke, and she is anchoring the news now in active labour,' Julia Dunn said. 'Early labour, early labour,' Jaquith quickly clarified with a calm smile. The 29-year-old was reportedly two days past her due date but showed no signs of slowing down as she worked through a full three-hour newscast. The moment was further broadcast to social media followers, with Dunn continuing to film on Facebook Live. 'I'm happy to be here, and I'll stay on the desk for as long as I possibly can,' Jaquith told viewers. 'But if I disappear, that's what's going on,' she added. Jaquith told the Times-Union she chose to work instead of 'nervously waiting around at the hospital.' The camaraderie of her news team, she added, helped her manage the contractions: 'Having the entire morning team alongside me cracking jokes helped me get through contractions much easier.' On Thursday, Jaquith and her husband announced the birth of their son, Quincy. This isn't the first time a broadcaster has gone viral for such resilience. In a recent such incident, a television news anchor in Turkey continued reporting as a powerful earthquake struck mid-broadcast. CNN Türk anchor Meltem Bozbeyoglu was on air when a 6.2-magnitude earthquake rocked Istanbul on April 23. Footage shared widely on social media shows the studio visibly shaking as Bozbeyoglu tries to maintain her composure while delivering the news. The journalist paused momentarily, raising her hand for balance as the tremors intensified.
Toronto Sun
23-05-2025
- Climate
- Toronto Sun
Pregnant news anchor stays on air during labour: ‘If I disappear, that's what's going on'
Published May 23, 2025 • 1 minute read CBS6 Albany local news co-anchor Olivia Jaquith, right, is pictured in this screengrab of a Facebook Live video. Photo by Julia Dunn CBS 6 / Facebook ALBANY, N.Y. — Local news co-anchor Olivia Jaquith went ahead with a three-hour morning newscast even after her labour contractions began and her water broke, keeping viewers updated about the coming birth of her first baby. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account 'We do have some breaking news this morning — literally,' co-anchor Julia Dunn said at the top of the CBS6 Albany broadcast Wednesday morning. 'Olivia's water has broke, and she is anchoring the news now in active labour.' 'Early labour, early labour,' replied Jaquith, who was two days past her due date. Jaquith stayed on air as Dunn kept recording on Facebook Live. 'I'm happy to be here, and I'll stay on the desk for as long as I possibly can,' Jaquith said. 'But if I disappear, that's what's going on.' OLIVIA'S WATER JUST BROKE IN THE NEWSROOM! This may be a FIRST for CBS6! Olivia Jaquith fills us in on what's going on with her overdue babe who may make an appearance very soon! Because yes … she's still anchoring lol Posted by Julia Dunn CBS 6 on Wednesday, May 21, 2025 Your noon-hour look at what's happening in Toronto and beyond. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Jaquith had the option of going home, but she told the Times-Union that she decided to pass the time at her job rather than 'nervously waiting around at the hospital.' 'Having the entire morning team alongside me cracking jokes helped me get through contractions much easier,' she said in a text to the newspaper. The birth of her baby boy, Quincy, was announced Thursday. It was the birth heard 'round the world this week, our own Olivia Jaquith anchoring the morning show while in labor, and now a look at the beautiful baby boy! PHOTOS: — CBS 6 Albany - WRGB (@CBS6Albany) May 23, 2025 This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Canada Toronto Maple Leafs Editorial Cartoons Other Sports Toronto & GTA
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Pregnant anchor's water breaks before the morning news—and she powers through the whole broadcast
It started on the WRGB morning show in Albany, New York, like any other morning. But on May 21, just moments before going live, co-anchor Olivia Jaquith experienced what many moms recognize as the most unforgettable moment: her water broke. And instead of heading straight to the hospital—she stayed. As reported by NBC News via TODAY, Jaquith chose to anchor the entire three-hour morning show while in early labor, contractions and all. The moment was announced with both joy and disbelief by her co-anchor, Julia Dunn, who shared with viewers at the top of the broadcast: 'We do have some breaking news this morning. Literally, Olivia's water has broke, and she is anchoring the news now in active labor.' To which Jaquith calmly responded: 'Early labor. Early labor. Let's not get carried away.' In true journalist fashion, Jaquith smiled through the contractions, even timing them with her co-anchor on air. At one point, Dunn noted they were just two minutes apart. Jaquith, still unfazed, reassured viewers: 'No, well, there was one, but it's been a few minutes since then, so we're still in good shape.' The WRGB team rallied around her with humor and support. The screen displayed a cheeky chyron: 'Days Past Due Date: 2' and later, 'Baby Watch' and 'Here Comes Baby P, Good Luck Olivia.' Still, Jaquith maintained her signature poise: 'I'm happy to be here, and I'll stay on the desk for as long as I possibly can,' she said. 'But if I disappear, that's what's going on.' She revealed live on Facebook that her water had broken in the studio bathroom before the show. When asked why she stayed, she simply said: 'I think I can get through a three-hour show.' Throughout the show, Jaquith delivered stories and even found space for humor. During a segment transition, she prompted viewers to take a 'water break.' And when talking to the meteorologist, she quipped: 'If my baby does come today, Craig, how's the weather?' Her professionalism—and relatability—shone through every moment. Later in the show, as new viewers tuned in, Dunn offered a recap: 'Olivia's water broke, and she's still here. She's been doing the entire show. This is her decision to do this.' And Jaquith? Unbothered. 'I'd rather be at work than at the hospital.' By 7:56 a.m., as the show wrapped, Jaquith was still seated at the anchor desk. Dunn gave her a high-five and summed it up perfectly: 'Whole show. Three hours of news, in contractions. I think that's a first for CBS6.' There's something extra special about this moment—especially when you learn that Dunn is also pregnant. In March, she shared the news of her second pregnancy on Instagram, featuring a joyful photo of both women holding their baby bumps. 'Every morning we have Chobani yogurt together on the anchor desk,' Dunn captioned. It's the kind of morning news moment that's as rare as it is real—raw, brave, and a little bit wild. At a time when many working moms are forced to choose between presence and performance, Olivia Jaquith gave us a new kind of live report: one that showed resilience, humor, and heart—all while bringing new life into the world. To every mom who's ever shown up to work while holding it all together—this moment is for you.
Daily Mail
22-05-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
Pregnant news anchor goes into labour live on air but refuses to leave set for hours
A pregnant news anchor went into labour whilst on air but decided to carry on with her broadcast. US host Olivia Jaquith, who works for local CBS affiliate WRGB in New York, was just about to go on air for her Wednesday morning newscast when her waters broke. Despite her coworkers encouraging her to go to hospital, Olivia decided to carry on with work. Her co-anchor Julia Dunn broke the news to viewers, explaining: 'We do have some breaking news this morning, literally. 'Olivia's water has broke and she is anchoring the news now in active labor.' 'Early labor,' Olivia, who is expecting a baby boy with her husband, Tyn, was keen to clarify adding that she had experienced one contraction so far. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the A pregnant news anchor went into labour whilst on air but decided to carry on with her broadcast US host Olivia Jaquith, who works for local CBS affiliate WRGB in New York, was just about to go on air for her Wednesday morning newscast when her waters broke (pictured earlier in her pregnancy) 'It's been a few minutes since then, so we're still in good shape,' she insisted. 'Her decision to stay on the desk by the way,' Julia added. 'Well, I'm happy to be here and I'll stay on the desk for as long as I can,' Olivia said. The team then uploaded a graphic onscreen where a red box read: 'Days past due date: 2.' Julia was also giving updates off camera, sharing a video of Olivia on Facebook as she exclaimed: 'Guys, this isn't April Fools. Olivia's water broke in the newsroom.' 'I don't know what's going on, this is my first time. I'm new here,' Olivia laughed. 'Yesterday I was getting cramps when I was on the desk and I didn't really think anything of morning I got up to go pee, but then stuff just kept coming out.' 'I think I could get through a three-hour show,' she added. Olivia's mother told her news program: 'It's just exactly what I expected, honestly. That's her. That's how she operates.' Her co-anchor Julia Dunn broke the news to viewers, explaining: ' We do have some breaking news this morning, literally. 'Olivia's water has broke and she is anchoring the news now' News Director Stone Grissom added that the station 'couldn't be more thrilled' for their anchor. 'From her on-air pregnancy announcement earlier this year to running a half-marathon while expecting, Olivia has met every stage of this journey with grace and grit. Today was no exception,' Grissom told WRGB. 'Olivia's passion for storytelling, love for her hometown, and commitment to our viewers have always been evident. We're overjoyed to soon welcome our newest (and tiniest!) member.'
The Sun
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Pregnant news anchor goes into labor on live TV as coworker cries ‘her water broke!' – she didn't leave set for HOURS
A NEWS anchor decided to continue working right after her water broke right before she went live on air. Host Olivia Jaquith persevered through her morning newscast despite her coworkers encouraging her to go to the hospital. 3 3 3 Jaquith was just about to host her show on local CBS affiliate WRGB when she shocked her colleagues by going into labor. Co-anchor Julia Dunn started off the newscast saying, "We do have some breaking news this morning, literally. "Olivia's water has broke and she is anchoring the news now in active labor." "Early labor," Jaquith chimed in. The host said she had one contraction beforehand, but brushed off Dunn's suggestion that she should go home. "It's been a few minutes since then, so we're still in good shape," the soon-to-be-mother said. "Her decision to stay on the desk by the way," Dunn added. The two hosts then pointed to the upper right-hand corner of the screen, where a red box read "Days past due date: 2." Jaquith first announced her pregnancy in February after running the Disney Princess half-marathon with her sister. "Well, I'm happy to be here and I'll stay on the desk for as long as I can," Jaquith said. Engaged Fox News host Ainsley Earhardt gives family update in heartwarming video as she plans wedding with Sean Hannity Off-air, Dunn shared a video on Facebook of the expecting mother going into labor. "Guys, this isn't April Fools. Olivia's water broke in the newsroom," she said in shock. Dunn then passed the phone to a confused but excited Jaquith and asked her to fill in the viewers on what's going on. "I don't know what's going on, this is my first time. I'm new here," she laughed. "Yesterday I was getting cramps when I was on the desk and I didn't really think anything of morning I got up to go pee, but then stuff just kept coming out." After explaining how Jaquith found out she was going into labor, Dunn asked her co-host why she decided to stay at work. "I think I could get through a three-hour show," Jaquith replied as she typed on her computer. The two anchors continued laughing as Dunn told viewers that they should watch the news to support the expecting mother. News Director Stone Grissom said the station "couldn't be more thrilled" for Jaquith. "From her on-air pregnancy announcement earlier this year to running a half-marathon while expecting, Olivia has met every stage of this journey with grace and grit. Today was no exception,' Grissom told WRGB. 'Olivia's passion for storytelling, love for her hometown, and commitment to our viewers have always been evident. We're overjoyed to soon welcome our newest (and tiniest!) member." Jaquith is expecting a baby boy with her husband, Tyn.
