The sudden departure of Ana Orsini, a vibrant and beloved morning news anchor for CBS affiliate KOLD-TV in Tucson, Arizona, has left her community and colleagues in profound shock and mourning. Orsini passed away last week due to a brain aneurysm at the young age of 28, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, laughter, and dedicated journalism.
Ana Orsini: A Journey Through Journalism
Ana’s journey in the world of news began in Denver, Colorado, where she was born. Her academic path in journalism commenced at the University of Arizona and led her to Texas A&M, where she graduated with a journalism degree and a double minor in communications and sports management in 2018. Shortly after her graduation, Ana embarked on her career in broadcasting, starting at a news station in Lubbock, Texas. Her charisma and skill soon propelled her to a midday anchor position in Medford, Oregon, where she covered a range of impactful stories from major wildfires to local community affairs like helping shelter pets find forever homes.
In June 2023, Ana took over the morning and midday news desk at KOLD-TV, bringing her unique energy and warmth to the early hours of Tucson’s news viewers.
Tributes Pour In for a Cherished Colleague and Friend
The news of Ana’s unexpected passing was shared by her colleagues in a heartfelt broadcast. “Sad news to share with you, our beloved friend and co-anchor Ana Orsini passed away unexpectedly last week,” announced Tyler Butler, visibly moved by the loss.
Carsyn Currier, Ana’s co-anchor, tearfully added, “Ana has been here at 13 News since June of 2023, and we are devastated by this loss. To know Ana was to LOVE her. She made everyone around her feel so special, heard, and understood. Waking up in the middle of the night to go to work is always challenging, but knowing I was going to work with Ana made it that much easier.”
A Legacy of Laughter and Love
Beyond her professional achievements, Ana was remembered for her infectious humor and genuine kindness. “We had the opportunity to work with her every day, and we do want you to know that what you saw with her on air, the funny, crazy person she was, she was just like that off camera and more so,” Tyler Butler shared in a post on his Facebook account.
Ana’s impact on her viewers and colleagues alike was profound. As tributes continue to pour in, it is clear that her spirit will remain a bright and enduring presence in the hearts of those who knew her and were touched by her extraordinary personality and passion for storytelling.