Bill Ritter news
The gist
ABC7 anchor Bill Ritter, who shared his Alzheimer's diagnosis in June, won the Governor's Award.
His special and a Central Park walk turn his diagnosis into public awareness.
How it unfolded
- Jun 2026Bill Ritter publicly shared his Alzheimer's diagnosis.
- Oct 10, 2026Ritter was honored with the Governors' Award at the New York Emmy Awards.
- Oct 12, 2026ABC7 announced that Ritter's Living with Alzheimer's special would air Thursday at 5:30 pm on Eyewitness News; Ritter was also honored with the Governor's Award at the New York Emmys.