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Brad Galli bids heartfelt goodbye to Channel 7, stays mum on future
TL;DR
Brad Galli, WXYZ-TV sports anchor, bid farewell to Channel 7 on May 1 after 15 years. He hinted at an upcoming role in the Detroit market but did not disclose details.
Key points
- Brad Galli bids farewell to Channel 7
- He worked for WXYZ-TV for 15 years
- Galli hints at a new role in Detroit
- He thanked viewers and staff during his goodbye
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WXYZ-TV sports anchor and director Brad Galli bid a warm, grateful on-air goodbye to Channel 7 on Friday, May 1. But he didn't share the specifics of what he has hinted will be a brand-new role for him in the Detroit marketplace.
Galli, who has worked for the Motor City's ABC affiliate for 15 years, said near the end of the station's 6 p.m. newscast that he has "really appreciated so many people asking me what I'm going to be doing next, and I'm excited to share what I'll be doing in town, in Detroit, very soon."
Brad Galli revealed that he will be leaving WXYZ-TV (Channel 7) on May 1.
But Friday night was for celebrating the past. Galli devoted several minutes to thanking viewers and the Channel 7 staff for their support.
"The fact that you choose to watch us nightly, that's why being the sports guy on 7 has been a badge of honor," he said to everyone tuning in to his farewell.
Galli, who is 36, announced March 20 on social media that he would be leaving the station for a new career move. "I'm excited to work more independently in this new chapter, sharing my work in new places that allow me to be around more often at night with my wife and kids,"Ā he shared on Facebook.
The Detroit native, an alum of Brother Rice High School in Bloomfield Hills and Marquette University in Milwaukee, joined WXYZ in 2011. Four years later, he was elevated to sports anchor at the station after his predecessor, Tom Leyden, left for a job in Boston.
During the Friday broadcast, the two-time Emmy winner and three-time honoree as Michigan Sportscaster of the Year by the National Sports Media Association choked up at times as he recalled his journey at WXYZ, starting with being hired right out of college.
He expressed his appreciation for Channel 7 colleagues like Leyden and the late Don Shane, "the local TV icon that made me want to get into this in the first place." Then went on to thank everyone from producers, videographers to sports and news colleagues and the behind-the-scenes crew.
Q&A
What did Brad Galli say in his farewell to Channel 7?
Brad Galli expressed gratitude to viewers and Channel 7 staff, reflecting on his 15 years with the station.
What is Brad Galli's future role in Detroit?
Brad Galli hinted at a new role in the Detroit marketplace but did not provide specific details.
How long did Brad Galli work at WXYZ-TV?
Brad Galli worked at WXYZ-TV for 15 years before his departure.
When did Brad Galli leave Channel 7?
Brad Galli left Channel 7 on May 1.