Tom Skilling announces retirement

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  • Tom Skilling, a fixture of Chicago television and beloved by generations, announced Thursday he will retire next year after 45 years at WGN. His last day on air will be February 28, 2024.
    Full story: wgntv.com/news...

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  • @smorgasbroad1132
    @smorgasbroad1132 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    I once called Tom at WGN to ask a weather question. The intern turned me over to Tom, who talked to me for at least 45 minutes! Such a wonderfully nice man. Enjoy your retirement Tommy❣️

  • @ChicagoBornPilsenBred21
    @ChicagoBornPilsenBred21 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    He was The Man you went to for your Chicago weather report. He never failed. Wish him the best💯

  • @jonathanthompson9377
    @jonathanthompson9377 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Congrats Tom Skilling I have enjoyed watching you on Wgn for 30 years

  • @markmagana7389
    @markmagana7389 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I heard Tom's voice on the TV every morning while getting for school and then work for over 20 years. Will be missed but wishing you the best Tom.

  • @robertgossit
    @robertgossit ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Not from Chicago but I've lived here for around 6 years... Still my favorite person in all the news... Happy retirement Tom! Hope u enjoy

  • @Griffin-Smith27
    @Griffin-Smith27 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    It can't last forever but Tom loves weather like no one else on tv.. amazing career and passionate beyond belief.

  • @michaelswiatek1632
    @michaelswiatek1632 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    We will always love you Tom!!! A true Chicago staple!! You are the reason I have interest in Meteorology.

  • @kerbygator
    @kerbygator ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I live in Omaha now, but I grew up in Chicago and remember watching Tom on WGN all the time. Good memories.

  • @garybelenke4370
    @garybelenke4370 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Watched him all 48 years. Tom, I will miss you.

  • @Cravz69
    @Cravz69 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    How can you not like this guy?

  • @mikechicago6200
    @mikechicago6200 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Gonna Miss Tom he is the weatherman ive seen for decades, and i wish him the best and hope for the best for him.....his successor will have big shoes to fill!

  • @JGulliMusic
    @JGulliMusic ปีที่แล้ว +7

    For so many years I have watched Tom Skilling in my hometown Chicago. I nolonger live there but will always remember his forecast from day to day. God bless you Tom 🙏🏽 ❤ 🙌🏽 😊!

  • @justtrust426
    @justtrust426 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Grew up watching Tom Skilling. Thank you for your professionalism. Best wishes and Happy Retirement Sir! Job well done!

  • @vasacca
    @vasacca ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I have no ties to Chicago and have only been there twice on layovers, but I remember watching Tom on WGN down here in south Texas even as a little kid. Seems like a great guy and I know all of his fans will miss him. I know he said he'll still be around until February, but happy retirement, Tom! One of the GOATs in meteorology!

  • @janrutecki5264
    @janrutecki5264 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    You're simply the best, Tom. Incredible career and human being. Thank you.

  • @janettemcclelland2959
    @janettemcclelland2959 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    A legend. I've watched him since the Superstation days. It won't be the same without him on the news. Congratulations Tom. 🎉

  • @tp3521
    @tp3521 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Tom, you will be greatly missed & fondly remembered forever! Enjoy your well deserved retirement!

  • @DrEpicHealth
    @DrEpicHealth ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This man is a legend!

  • @ejslemp5342
    @ejslemp5342 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Tom Skilling is as synonymous with WGN as all the sports team were. There’s no one more passionate about the crazy weather in this city than Tom Freaking Skilling. Congratulations Tom and we will all miss you

  • @cjlaity1
    @cjlaity1 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Love you Tom, I grew up with you my entire life.

  • @dianacovarrubias9764
    @dianacovarrubias9764 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    ❤❤❤❤❤ Thank you !! You’re LOVED GOD BLESS happy retirement!!

  • @pebblehilllane
    @pebblehilllane ปีที่แล้ว +2

    How sad. I used to live in Hinsdale, Illinois and I remember when Tom Skilling was new and watched him for years and years and years before moving to N.C.. I am certain many people will miss him greatly. Thank you, Tom, for your decades of tremendous work.

  • @douglasroland9523
    @douglasroland9523 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Tom congratulations on a wonderful career. There are a lot of great things about Chicago, and you are on the top of the list

  • @AndrewMay-t6l
    @AndrewMay-t6l ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Great guy will be missed

  • @Nedshero-m5n
    @Nedshero-m5n ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Tom you will be missed you were a great guy and a hilarious guy on the news I hope you have a great retirement and I hope great things are held for you after your retirement congratulations and all the best you will be missed on tv

  • @525Lines
    @525Lines ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Please stop by often. And I want a TV special.

  • @ScottMorrisIV
    @ScottMorrisIV ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Tom Skilling is one of the most WGN Triple OG ever. He along with Steve Sanders, Allison Payne, Dan Roan, Jim Ramsey, Robert Jordan, Jackie Bange, Rich King, Muriel Clair, and so much more. Congratulations Tom, you deserve it. We love you so much. ❤️💖💙🎉

  • @jayteepodcast
    @jayteepodcast ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks Tom we do need you for this winter

  • @matthewnachel7112
    @matthewnachel7112 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Who is the best in the business Tom Freaking Skilling is. If there was a Weather Hall of Fame, he would be a first ballot Hall of Famer.

  • @1960sRICH
    @1960sRICH ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Best wishes to Tom Skilling for his upcoming Retirement may he enjoy his many Travels yet to come and spending an Entire Summer in the Alaska he loves. I was in a Metrology course Tom taught in 1987 at Columbia College.

  • @donnaguy9057
    @donnaguy9057 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Best of luck in this new phase. I'm glad we have until Feb to get used to the idea!

  • @stevedawson3863
    @stevedawson3863 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Please don't retire you are the God of weather men!! I been working out side for over 50 years you are the only one I counted for the weather forecast!!! I am still working outside at 68 years old. Please postpone your retirement!!!

  • @arms5786
    @arms5786 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Can’t believe it good for him.😊😊

  • @mjpk6269
    @mjpk6269 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    "... Tom freakin' Skilling! I can have you killed if I wanted to!"
    "Yeah, it's going to rain. What do you want me to do about it?"
    God be with you, "Tommy Skillethead".

  • @JoseMartinez-df2db
    @JoseMartinez-df2db ปีที่แล้ว

    He’s always been part of everyone’s television family. His reports are the most accurate on media! Bless him and many years of enjoyment during your retirement.

  • @JohnR.1968
    @JohnR.1968 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Tommy Skillet head , you the man👍😎❤️

  • @sharonswiatek5198
    @sharonswiatek5198 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Always liked Tom Skilling. So down to earth and so respectful to everyone. Will be missed. Happy Retirement. 🌞☔❄⭐🌈⛅🌙

  • @mitchwinder1204
    @mitchwinder1204 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Back in the WGN America days (mid-‘80s until the late 2000s) is when I got to watch and appreciate Tom. He became a regular part of my day, along with the rest of the WGN crew, mainly thanks to the 9:00 News. But once politics got ahold of cable/satellite TV, and turned WGN local programming off for those of us outside of Chicago, (I was NW of Rockford.) it was like a best friend had deserted us. At any rate, thank you, Tom, for the years we were fortunate enough to follow you during your legendary career.

  • @scottyuwainat3899
    @scottyuwainat3899 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Tom Skilling is Retiring 2 Days After My 29th Birthday February 26th 2024

  • @jos7886
    @jos7886 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Tom you are a gem and a real part of Chicago. I mean that brother.

  • @marymcmahan5603
    @marymcmahan5603 ปีที่แล้ว

    Tom, you have been our weatherman for 30+ years. We love you. You are truly Chicago. Have a very wonderful retirement!!!!

  • @Chosen1Crown
    @Chosen1Crown ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Will be missed

  • @CesarDelgado-fu2nd
    @CesarDelgado-fu2nd ปีที่แล้ว +2

    We will miss you so much

  • @lillie3244
    @lillie3244 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love you thank you 🤩🤩

  • @ScooterFXRS
    @ScooterFXRS ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One of the best meteorologists. I'll bet his track record on local forecasting is in the top five. Congratulations Mr. Skilling may your retirement be harmonious and fulfilling.

  • @OperationChicago
    @OperationChicago ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This is very sad :(

  • @johnaebrown9205
    @johnaebrown9205 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    We love you Tom 🤍

  • @MsLovelyCookie
    @MsLovelyCookie ปีที่แล้ว +3

    He’s Tom Freaking Skilling! ❤

  • @marksanders1301
    @marksanders1301 ปีที่แล้ว

    Tom Skilling is a legend in TV news. He's been a weatherman for decades, and he will be sorely missed.

  • @lauralampe1664
    @lauralampe1664 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Tom, you will be missed! Your passion for the weather always shown through on TV!

  • @timothyhanson2580
    @timothyhanson2580 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Tom was one of the best in the weather business and 45 years at one television station one of the best in Chicago. I remember when you were at WITI in Milwaukee and next to Albert The Alley Cat. Good luck in your future.

  • @JungKimrecruiter
    @JungKimrecruiter ปีที่แล้ว +4

    What a legend!

  • @rickymcdonald2669
    @rickymcdonald2669 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have watched him since I arrived in Chicago in 93. Enjoy your retirement.

  • @MrBobochow
    @MrBobochow ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Sad when you left Milwaukee, great full you picked WGN. Congratulations on retirement and thank you for education..

  • @katiewilliams5643
    @katiewilliams5643 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Tom I’m from Indiana but I enjoyed watching your weather reports when I visited Chicago your will be incredible enjoy your retirement travel put on your dancing shoes thank you but your time is now congratulations Tom job well done and thank you

  • @Al_Catraz1
    @Al_Catraz1 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Yeah guy It's time...Now relax and enjoy what you've worked your life for while you still can. You're a good man 👍

  • @marcuscicero9587
    @marcuscicero9587 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    a real gentleman

  • @melissapassmore5325
    @melissapassmore5325 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Best wishes Tom Skilling! Been following you off and on since 1998! Will miss seeing you on WGN weather!

  • @rglocks
    @rglocks 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Cheers to you, Tom! Thank you for everything!

  • @kevinsingel7062
    @kevinsingel7062 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Enjoy your retirement Tom, and btw my partner and I will be making a road trip to Cleveland in April for the solar eclipse. You're more than welcome to join us😊!

  • @moondog1621
    @moondog1621 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I couldn't believe this when I got up earlier for work(I work nights). You got me into meteorology and that says a ton. Someone has to carry on the torch!

    • @nateroy9412
      @nateroy9412 ปีที่แล้ว

      There is no one like Tom at the station. Torch won't be carried.

    • @moondog1621
      @moondog1621 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@nateroy9412 Tom is the only reason why I honestly tuned into the news. Outside that, I never watch TV. Super sad but at the same time happy for him because he deserves it.

  • @byamrcn
    @byamrcn ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Nope, sorry Tom, we're not allowing this. Absolutely not. No one else will deliver my weather. Permission denied.

  • @kathycraig5512
    @kathycraig5512 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The best!!

  • @bobtorres7949
    @bobtorres7949 ปีที่แล้ว

    Tom Skilling thank you for 45 years great years Chicago's Best Weather Man

  • @JOHNNYCHICAGO8
    @JOHNNYCHICAGO8 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Chicago LOVE'S YOU TOM ❤ 😢😭

  • @everycoLor_312
    @everycoLor_312 ปีที่แล้ว +4

  • @dibbsalmighty
    @dibbsalmighty 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I recently moved from Chicago to the San Bernardino CA area, and it's somehow hard for me to grasp that most of these people around me didn't grow up with Tom Skilling.

  • @JuliusCrawley-m6w
    @JuliusCrawley-m6w 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Tom you will be missed I watch way down in North Carolina

  • @robtoba2011
    @robtoba2011 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Tomasulo knows better. Congrats to you

  • @ams1900
    @ams1900 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The end of on era. Nobody is going to be filling those shoes.

  • @DeAngeloStevens
    @DeAngeloStevens 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Watching WGN News outside the Chicago Area in the late 90's in Birmingham, Alabama from 4th Grade Elementary School and the early 2010's in College.

  • @annabelleecho8056
    @annabelleecho8056 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    📺💔 Chicago’s Very Own, Tom Skilling... I think Skip Parker stole your original Channel 9 blazer.

  • @derrickbeaubearic4100
    @derrickbeaubearic4100 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Let's put up a statue!

  • @RVFireFighter
    @RVFireFighter ปีที่แล้ว

    Tom, Time to buy an RV motor coach and do some traveling. come spend the winter in Texas its 70 & sunny all winter. I left Illinois after living there for 62 years. I love the South now. This is going to be my 2nd year of no winter.

  • @lillie3244
    @lillie3244 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Noooooo!!!!!!!!😪

  • @stephenhoover140
    @stephenhoover140 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is off TH-cam and goes back to Tom Skillings childhood

  • @fastted9390
    @fastted9390 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    God bless YOU, Sir.
    Remember Clint Yule and P. J. Hoff ?
    Hoff used to do cartooning along with the weather.

  • @jeromesambulao3009
    @jeromesambulao3009 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Announcement:
    Si Tom Skilling Ay Retriment Na
    ang Nightside Weather's Chief Meteorogist Sa Loob Ng 50+ Years.
    Ang Kanyang Huling Pag Broadcast
    SA Pebrero 28,2024

  • @4FYTfa8EjYHNXjChe8xs7xmC5pNEtz
    @4FYTfa8EjYHNXjChe8xs7xmC5pNEtz ปีที่แล้ว

    Never heard of him... is that Pogo the Clown?

  • @phillipmarlowe0525
    @phillipmarlowe0525 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This guy got way too technical for me.

  • @20alphabet
    @20alphabet ปีที่แล้ว

    GOOD! Don't let the door hit you on your way out.

  • @Weyjx
    @Weyjx ปีที่แล้ว

    Good bye Felicia. You belong in a children's show . Not the news

    • @byamrcn
      @byamrcn ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Way to stay classy

  • @mikegallaher3277
    @mikegallaher3277 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bye old queen lol😂😂😂😂😂😂