For almost 35 years, Wendy had a way of illuminating the screen. You would never know exactly what you would get. Except ν .yes, you would know exactly what you would get. For all these years, Wendy has been Wendy: Clever, funny, compassionate and authentic herself. She has shared much of her life with us over the years talking about her homes, her cats, her boat, her love of wine and her love of the Maryland waters to the mountains of Virginia. And, of course, Washington culture. Wendy came to Washington to study at the American University in Northwest DC. But when she started on News4, it was clear that Wendy belonged in front of the camera.
In the photos: 30 years of Wendy Rieger
You may remember Wendy’s unique hurricane cover up and down the East Coast. He also referred to the Olympics in Brazil, a royal wedding in England, and chased news from New Zealand to Vietnam.
And, for 20 years, it was this fun and attractive girlfriend who could check in every afternoon at 5 p.m. Her first partner in the office was Susan Kidd and then she spent 14 years with the guy she calls “Handly”.
The chemistry between Wendy and Jim Handly was magical from the start. The News4 team could hear their screaming laughter from the makeup room to the writing room.
Wendy was spontaneous and fun, but she also knew her stuff.
Producers have always known that Wendy could convey complex foreign policy news or an extraordinary political story. She was one of the first television journalists to cover the environment regularly through her groundbreaking series, Going Green.
And oh, he could write. Her scripts were the model that her colleagues aspired to reach. Jim Vance, our late colleague, described Wendy’s talent as “extremely capable”.
The last story Wendy wrote was an honest reflection on our late colleague Joe Krebs. He would miss his funeral that week because he did not feel well.
It turned out that a tumor in the brain was the cause of her symptoms. The diagnosis came just months after Wendy underwent open heart surgery. Wendy spoke to News4 viewers about the operation because she wanted to warn people to be careful about their symptoms.
Through it all – on TV and off – Wendy showed us exactly what kind of power she had. When she left the air after 33 years, we saw our strong, smart, creative and curious friend looking back with pride and forward with hope.
Wendy Rieger has been covering DC news for over 40 years. Now she is ready to start a new chapter in life. In this video, Wendy shares what she plans to do, what she will miss on NBC4 and tips for journalists.
Her cancer returned just a few months after that magical day. He fought hard.
In a note in the editorial room, he wrote: “As you know, I have lived my life strong and strong. It is my nature. And I’ve had an explosion. But I am overwhelmed by a silence that is deep and strong. I did not know that I could be so quiet. Life is not always a test. It is a teaching. I have to learn this lesson with grace. And I will do.”
And you did it, Wendy. You did it with grace and dignity that we will never forget.
News4 family note on Wendy Rieger’s death
We lost the smart, lively, wonderful Wendy Rieger today.
Wendy loved life as much as she loved it. He had so many passions and lived life sharing it with whoever he could. For more than 30 years, NBC4 viewers in Washington have benefited from her unique style that combines humor, wit and compassion, and we are all better off knowing her.
Wendy was diagnosed with brain cancer almost a year ago. She underwent surgery and treatment, then retired in December to enjoy the rest of her life and start a new chapter. Her cancer came back aggressively several weeks ago and she died this morning, holding the hand of her husband, Dan.
We send our love to Dan, who has been our colleague for decades, and to her brothers, nieces and many, many friends.
title: “Wendy Rieger Beloved News4 Anchor Dies Following Cancer Battle Nbc4 Washington " ShowToc: true date: “2022-12-10” author: “Jessica Edwards”
For almost 35 years, Wendy had a way of illuminating the screen. You would never know exactly what you would get. Except ν .yes, you would know exactly what you would get. For all these years, Wendy has been Wendy: Clever, funny, compassionate and authentic herself. She has shared much of her life with us over the years talking about her homes, her cats, her boat, her love of wine and her love of the Maryland waters to the mountains of Virginia. And, of course, Washington culture. Wendy came to Washington to study at the American University in Northwest DC. But when she started on News4, it was clear that Wendy belonged in front of the camera.
In the photos: 30 years of Wendy Rieger
You may remember Wendy’s unique hurricane cover up and down the East Coast. He also referred to the Olympics in Brazil, a royal wedding in England, and chased news from New Zealand to Vietnam.
And, for 20 years, it was this fun and attractive girlfriend who could check in every afternoon at 5 p.m. Her first partner in the office was Susan Kidd and then she spent 14 years with the guy she calls “Handly”.
The chemistry between Wendy and Jim Handly was magical from the start. The News4 team could hear their screaming laughter from the makeup room to the writing room.
Wendy was spontaneous and fun, but she also knew her stuff.
Producers have always known that Wendy could convey complex foreign policy news or an extraordinary political story. She was one of the first television journalists to cover the environment regularly through her groundbreaking series, Going Green.
And oh, he could write. Her scripts were the model that her colleagues aspired to reach. Jim Vance, our late colleague, described Wendy’s talent as “extremely capable”.
The last story Wendy wrote was an honest reflection on our late colleague Joe Krebs. He would miss his funeral that week because he did not feel well.
It turned out that a tumor in the brain was the cause of her symptoms. The diagnosis came just months after Wendy underwent open heart surgery. Wendy spoke to News4 viewers about the operation because she wanted to warn people to be careful about their symptoms.
Through it all – on TV and off – Wendy showed us exactly what kind of power she had. When she left the air after 33 years, we saw our strong, smart, creative and curious friend looking back with pride and forward with hope.
Wendy Rieger has been covering DC news for over 40 years. Now she is ready to start a new chapter in life. In this video, Wendy shares what she plans to do, what she will miss on NBC4 and tips for journalists.
Her cancer returned just a few months after that magical day.
In a note in the editorial room, he wrote: “As you know, I have lived my life strong and strong. It is my nature. And I’ve had an explosion. But I am overwhelmed by a silence that is deep and strong. I did not know that I could be so quiet. Life is not always a test. It is a teaching. I have to learn this lesson with grace. And I will do.”
And you did it, Wendy. You did it with grace and dignity that we will never forget.
News4 family note on Wendy Rieger’s death
We lost the smart, lively, wonderful Wendy Rieger today.
Wendy loved life as much as she loved it. He had so many passions and lived life sharing it with whoever he could. For more than 30 years, NBC4 viewers in Washington have benefited from her unique style that combines humor, wit and compassion, and we are all better off knowing her.
Wendy was diagnosed with brain cancer almost a year ago. She underwent surgery and treatment, then retired in December to enjoy the rest of her life and start a new chapter. Her cancer came back aggressively several weeks ago and she died this morning, holding the hand of her husband, Dan.
We send our love to Dan, who has been our colleague for decades, and to her brothers, nieces and many, many friends.
