Beverly Thomson Obituary: Veteran Journalist Dies at 61
- The veteran CTV News journalist and cancer advocate passed away on Sunday after a 23-year battle with the disease.
- Beverly Thomson, 61, died on Sunday after a 23-year struggle with cancer.
- Thomson transitioned to television news, joining CTV News as an on-air reporter.
Beverly Thomson, Longtime Canadian Journalist, Dies at 61
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The veteran CTV News journalist and cancer advocate passed away on Sunday after a 23-year battle with the disease.
Early Life and Career beginnings
Beverly Thomson, 61, died on Sunday after a 23-year struggle with cancer. Born and raised in the Toronto area, Thomson began her journalism career at a small radio station in Newmarket, Ontario. She later joined what is now CityNews 680,gaining experience in radio broadcasting.
CTV and Canada AM
Thomson transitioned to television news, joining CTV News as an on-air reporter. She later worked at global News before returning to CTV, where she became a co-host of the popular morning show, Canada AM.She continued her career at CTV News Channel,becoming a familiar face to viewers across the country.
Impact and advocacy
According to a statement released by CTV News, Thomson’s natural on-air style fostered an immediate connection with viewers. For decades, she was also a dedicated advocate for cancer charities, lending her voice and support to numerous organizations. “Bev will be dearly missed by all of us at CTV News. We extend our deepest condolences to her family and loved ones,” said Meredith Gray in the CTV News statement.