KTLA news anchor Mark Mester has been suspended from the station after he made comments about the sudden departure of his former colleague Lynette Romero, who was not a good fit for management. According to TV Spy, the network’s entertainment expert, Sam Rubin, said on the September 14 broadcast that Romero suddenly left the station after 24 years, possibly for another job opportunity.
“After nearly 24 years as our Saturday morning news host, our friend Lynette Romero has decided to retire.” KTLA management had hoped that she would stay with the station for the rest of her career and the station worked hard to make that happen, but Lynette decided to take a second chance. in other place.
Romero has worked with KTLA in a variety of capacities since 1998. She co-hosted the station’s evening broadcast with veteran reporter Hal Fischman before transitioning to a joint mission reporter and taking on co-host of KTLA Weekend Morning News. She also offers a weekly ‘positive news section’, ‘Connect with Lynette.’ Romero previously said her mother died of Alzheimer’s disease earlier this year and that she joined forces with the Alzheimer’s Association of California Southland.
Mark Mester apologizes to viewers for the sudden passing of Lynette Romero.
Mark Mester, who co-hosts KTLA’s Weekend Morning News with Romero, apologized to the audience for Lynette’s absence during a 5-minute segment of the morning news show on September 18, calling the event is “cruel” and “cheesy”.
“That is unacceptable and we apologize.” I also want to apologize to Lynette Romero, because I love you so much and consider you my best friend. What happened to you on Wednesday is not your fault.”
Mark Mester praised Janene Drafts, the station’s general manager, for allowing Romero to leave for another location, but attacked the script of Sam Rubin, who had originally announced her departure. .
“It’s sad. That’s unacceptable and we’re sorry they deserve to say goodbye. I’m not sure who wrote the script. I’m not sure who gave it to Sam Rubin. Either way. , this was a mistake. We owe you an explanation.”
Mark Mester’s comment went viral online and was even posted on the FTV Live website before being removed due to copyright issues. On the same day, Mark shared a video on his social media of a plane flying over the set with a note in memory of Romero. According to The Desk, Mark has been suspended from the channel for his conduct. Drafs clarified her position during a visit to the studio on September 19 and affirmed that Romero’s choice to leave the station to seek another job opportunity was her decision.
Twitter’s reaction to the Mark Mester-Lynette Romero . controversy
When it was reported that Mark Mester had been suspended for his comments, Twitter exploded. Users criticized the station when Mester took Romero’s stance, while others threatened to stop watching KTLA. As of this writing, it is still unknown what Lynette Romero’s next move will be. However, on September 15, she took to Twitter and encouraged her followers to “stay tuned” until she returns.
@KTLA Mark Mester now? Actually? Is your cell falling into a hole? What you did is wrong Lynette, I agree with Mark 1000%! You should apologize now! #MarkMester
— Magical Blue ️ (@MagicalBlue0) September 20, 2022
I’m stunned by that @KTLA Morning news @KTLA he suspended Marko. They completely lost touch with their audience.
– Justa Pbrfan (@JustaPBRFan) September 19, 2022
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