CTV National News chief anchor Lloyd Robertson is being remembered as a familiar face, a calm presence and a friend. The veteran broadcaster died Tuesday at the age of 92. Prime Minister Mark Carney posted his condolences on social media late Tuesday, expressing sympathies and reflecting on the anchor’s legacy. “For more than six decades, Lloyd Robertson helped Canadians make sense of the world,” Carney wrote. “For millions of us, he was a familiar face in our living rooms. A reassuring voice in moments of uncertainty. A calm and steady presence through the moments that shaped our nation.” Robertson is being remembered by his colleagues as a trusted and beloved journalist. “Lloyd left an indelible mark on both CTV News and Canadian journalism,” said Richard Gray, VP News, Bell Media, in a statement Tuesday. “Throughout his illustrious career, he forged a genuine bond with viewers, becoming a reassuring voice while reporting on some of the biggest events happening across Canada and around the world. To those who worked alongside him, Lloyd was a valued mentor and friend. His enduring legacy continues through the standards and values he established at CTV News and he will be deeply missed by all.” CTV National News’ Chief Anchor Omar Sachedina said he’ll remember Robertson’s guidance and kindness. “Over the past few years, he would often send me emails from time to time – words of encouragement, words of reassurance – and he would also, at times, give me constructive criticism, which I would always welcome because he is the master, after all,” Sachedina said with a smile. “We will miss him. We will miss him enormously.” CTV News Ottawa Bureau Chief Graham Richardson wrote of the privilege it was to work with the anchor known for his signature sign-off, “And that’s the kind of day it’s been.” “He loved Canada and this great job we all get to do. I’m so sorry to hear about his passing at 92. Thank you Mr. Robertson,” Richardson said. CTV News Chief Political Correspondent Vassy Kapelos shared a post from Richardson on Instagram, and highlighted a quote from Robertson’s obituary with three heart emojis. The quote was from Robertson’s final broadcast as CTV National News anchor, back in 2011. “For me, it’s been a rare privilege to have been able to serve in this position for so long. It’s been a front-row seat to history,” Robertson said at the time. “Most of all it’s been fascinating to watch our country grow in confidence and stature.” CTV News Toronto anchor Michelle Dubé wrote of her personal relationship with Robertson, “Canadians knew him as a broadcasting icon, but off the air, Lloyd Robertson was a genuinely kind and generous person.” Sharing an email he’d sent her after an election broadcast noting Dubé’s warmth as an anchor, Dubé wrote that taking the time to recognize colleagues was “who Lloyd was… always encouraging others. I’ll always treasure it.” TSN’s James Duthie sent his love to Robertson’s family and friends Tuesday in a social media post that included a memory from two decades ago. “When Vancouver was awarded the Olympics in 2003, I was covering it in Prague. Lloyd Robertson saying my name and throwing it to me live was the coolest thing ever. Just an absolute legend. And a wonderful, kind man off camera.” Pamela Wallin, Canadian senator and former journalist, thanked Robertson for the time they spent together at CTV News. “Lloyd Roberston was a friend, a colleague and a generous mentor!” she wrote on social media early Wednesday morning. “Thank you Lloyd for all the years….and for your wise words and guidance.” This is a developing news story and will be updated.
