Sam Rubin
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Hollywood stars took to social media this weekend to honor Sam Rubin, the beloved KTLA anchor who died Friday.
“Your professionalism was unmatched by your kindness and humanity,” Viola Davis wrote on Instagram. “I will miss your presence on the red carpet. May God bless your loved ones. Good luck.
Rubin was a popular entertainment anchor on KTLA-TV’s morning show and appeared across Hollywood at award shows and red carpet events. He died of a heart attack on Friday at the age of 64.
“KTLA 5 is deeply saddened to announce the passing of Sam Rubin,” said the channel wrote on (formerly Twitter). “Sam was a giant in the local news industry and entertainment world and a staple of Los Angeles morning television for decades. His laugh, charm and caring personality touched everyone who knew him. Sam was a loving husband and father: the roles he cherished most. Our thoughts are with Sam’s family during this difficult time.
Comedian John Mulaney also took a moment to honor Rubin at the end of his latest episode of John Mulaney Presents: Everybody’s in Los Angelesbroadcast live on Netflix Friday evening.
“A special goodbye to Los Angeles to Mr. Sam Rubin,” Mulaney told the crowd before signing.
Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos paid tribute to Rubin on Instagram, writing, “Awards season red carpets will never be the same without KTLA’s Sam Rubin. Always having fun and always a smile and a laugh. He was a legend in this town.
On Twitter, Ryan Reynolds wrote: “Even though I was on my 85th interview that day, I was still happy to see Sam again. Even though he was on his 85th interview that day, he always brought genuine kindness, curiosity and a question off the beaten track.
Check out more Hollywood tributes to Rubin below.
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