Bob Weaver (weatherman)
| Bob Weaver | |
|---|---|
| Born |
November 20, 1928 New York City |
| Died |
June 17, 2006 (aged 77) Miami, Florida, United States |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | weathercaster |
Bob Weaver (November 20, 1928 — June 17, 2006) was one of the USA's first TV weathermen.
Biography
Weaver was born in New York City. He moved to Florida to attend the University of Miami. Shortly after graduating, he was hired by WTVJ, becoming Miami's first TV weatherman; he would become a fixture at the station, holding the job for 54 years, from 1949 until his retirement in 2003.
Besides weather, Weaver also read commercials and station identifications, filled in on sports updates, and did other odd jobs at the station.
In 1988, Weaver helped found the Florida Youth Orchestra.
At the time of his death, Weaver was married to his second wife, Myra, with whom he had two sons, Jason and Shane. He had another son, Robert, from his first marriage as well as two daughters, Syndie and Lisa. He also had 3 grandchildren, Angie, Ryan and Danielle and 2 great grand children, Logan and Calla.
Interesting fact: Bob Weavers real name was Louis Sidweber (they called him Louie). Bob Weaver was his stage name that he had legally changed many years ago. He was also a professional auctioneer. Bob Weaver died of breast cancer in Miami, Florida, aged 77.