Bill Ritter is an American journalist and anchor for WABC-TV.
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Best Known For:The television program Eyewitness News
Breakthrough:Joined WABC-TV's Eyewitness News, becoming a lead anchor in the New York market in 1998
10 Quick Facts About Bill Ritter
- Full Name: Bill Ritter
- Nationality: American
- Profession: News anchor
- Known For: The television program Eyewitness News
- Current Employer: WABC-TV
- Date of Birth: February 26, 1950
- Age: 76 years old
- Place of Birth: Los Angeles, California
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Kathleen Friery
Bill Ritter Age
Bill Ritter is about 76 years old as of 2026. Bill Ritter was born in 1950.
Education
His educational background includes studies at San Diego State University and The New School.
- San Diego State University
- The New School
- Qualification: Bachelor's degree
- Period: 2016
Career & Work
Bill Ritter's career includes news and reporting roles with WABC-TV, a television station and ABC News.
Organization: WABC-TV
Role: Anchor
Period: 1998–Present
Details: New York, NY
Organization: ABC News
Role: Correspondent
Period: 1993–1998
Details: New York, NY · Good Morning America / 20/20
Rise to Fame
Bill Ritter rose to prominence for his role on the television show Eyewitness News.
Notable Works
- TV Show: Eyewitness News (Anchor, 1998-Present)
Bill Ritter Family & Relationships
Bill Ritter is married to Kathleen Friery. He has 2 children, Owen Ritter and Ella Friery Ritter.
- Children:
- Owen Ritter
- Ella Friery Ritter
Personal Information
- Full Name: Bill Ritter
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: News anchor
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: White
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: February 26, 1950
- Age: 76
- Birthday: February 26
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces
- Place of Birth: Los Angeles, California
Measurements
- Eye Color: Blue
- Hair Color: Gray
Family & Relationships
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Kathleen Friery
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $56,000–$245,000 (Estimated range)
- Net Worth: $353,000–$5,038,000 (Estimated range)
- Source of Income: Broadcast employment and related professional work
Online Presence
- X (Twitter):https://x.com/billritter7
- facebook:https://www.facebook.com/BillRitter7
- instagram:https://www.instagram.com/billritter7
