Beloved TV anchor tears up about mother’s death during broadcast

Alabama Life & CultureRosanna Scotto became emotional during her first “Good Day New York” broadcast since the death of her mother, Marion Scotto, at age 90. (Pictured: Rosanna Scotto, left, and Curt Menefee attend the Apple TV+ premiere of "The Morning Show" Season 4 at The Museum of Modern Art on Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025, in New York.) (Photo by Evan Agostini/Invision/AP)Evan Agostini/Invision/APRosanna Scotto returned to the New York’s Fox 5 morning show Tuesday for her first broadcast since her mother died last month at age 90, Page Six reports.The 68-year-old co-host of “Good Day New York” became emotional during Tuesday’s program when B.J. Thomas’ “Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on My Head” played. She choked up and told viewers the song reminded her of her parents, according to PEOPLE.“My mother would kill me right now if she saw me crying on the air, so we’re going to get it together,” Scotto said through tears. “I just want to say thank you to everybody who has been so kind and supportive after my mom’s passing. Anyway, like I said, Mom, I’m sorry.”Scotto announced her mother’s death on Aug. 26. Co-anchor Dan Bowens offered condolences to Scotto and her family on behalf of the station and viewers.Marion Scotto, known as “Mama Scotto,” founded and operated Fresco by Scotto, a Manhattan Italian restaurant that opened in November 1993, Page Six noted. Her daughter called her the heart of the Midtown eatery, which drew celebrities and world leaders over three decades. Jay-Z, Selena Gomez, Nick Jonas, Sylvester Stallone and Bill and Hillary Clinton visited the restaurant.In a social media tribute, Scotto said her mother taught the family that “family comes first, that hard work is a privilege, and that faith, love and determination can carry you through almost anything.”Scotto told reporters her mother’s philosophy was to welcome every guest as though they were entering her own home.Marion Scotto was a mother of four, grandmother of eight and great-grandmother, Page Six said. Her daughter said family was her greatest achievement.Megan Sims is a viral reporter for cleveland.com and a Cleveland native. She covers topics ranging from celebrity news, national business news, social media and more. Previously, Megan covered various lifestyle...This article was produced with assistance from AI tools and reviewed by AL.com staff.