Charles Osgood, the voice that shaped Sunday mornings over the airwaves, has died at the age of 91. Known for his tenure as the anchor of the "CBS Sunday Morning" show and his iconic radio segment "The Osgood File," Osgood passed away at his home in Saddle River, New Jersey, his family confirmed. The cause was dementia, as stated in a report by Atlanta News First.
During his remarkable five-decade career, the journalist garnered five Emmy Awards and left a distinct mark on narratives delivered to audiences every week, described by "Sunday Morning" executive producer Rand Morrison as "one of a kind — in every sense." As reported by WSBTV, Morrison also honored Osgood's unique craft saying, "He embodied the heart and soul of ‘Sunday Morning.’"
CBS News plans to pay tribute to Osgood with a special broadcast this coming Sunday, celebrating the life and career of the broadcaster who became a staple in American homes with his candid storytelling and soothing tone. Osgood, who earned the respect and love of millions throughout his career, was remembered by family in a statement. They shared, "Charlie absolutely loved being part of the ‘Sunday Morning’ community. We’ll miss him terribly," according to WSBTV.
Osgood's influence extended beyond the television screen. He was a familiar voice on radio stations, where his sign-off "See you on the radio," became his trademark phrase. Even after retiring from television, Osgood continued to reach more than 11 million radio listeners weekly. His successes were not confined just to radio and television; he was also a published author, contributing six books to the literary world. Behind the voice that charmed a nation, survives his beloved wife of over 50 years, Jean Crafton, and his children, who together mourn a penetrating loss, as noted in the family's statement to WSBTV.
