Entertainment reporter Sam Rubin is being praised by the celebrities he worked with for decades following his sudden death Friday in Los Angeles.
The Hollywood Uncensored host died of a heart attack. He was 64 years old.
Rubin began working at KTLA in 1991 and became a regular on the station’s red carpets and morning show, often doing live interviews with stars who stopped by to promote their latest projects.
His last interview was with Jane Seymour, 73, who was promoting the third series of her Acorn show, Harry Wilde.
After learning of the journalist’s death, Seymour wrote: ‘It’s hard to believe I was with (Sam Rubin) yesterday. I am deeply saddened by the news of his passing.’
Celebrities who worked with entertainment reporter Sam Rubin are offering their tributes to the late journalist following his sudden death on Friday at the age of 64 (pictured in 2018).
Rubin’s last interview was with 73-year-old Jane Seymour. After learning of the journalist’s death, Seymour wrote: “It’s hard to believe I was with (Sam Rubin) yesterday. I am deeply saddened by the news of his passing… ‘You will be missed Sam’
“He was always kind, happy, and always willing to offer help with any project I was a part of,” she explained, adding, “You’ll be missed, Sam.”
Oscar winner Tom Hanks left a simple compliment on social media.
‘Sam Rubin, we will miss you. Good guy, that Sam. Hanx.’
Eva Longoria shared a memory of her work with the experienced journalist.
“My heart is broken… one of my first red carpet interviews was with Sam,” she said.
‘And for 20 years he lifted me up and always made me feel like I belonged in this industry. He rests in power, my friend.’
Ryan Reynolds spoke of Rubin’s kindness and professionalism.
‘Even though I was at my 85th interview that day, I was always happy to see Sam. Even in his 85th interview that day, he always brought genuine kindness, curiosity and an out-of-the-ordinary question,” the Deadpool actor said.
Oscar winner Tom Hanks left a simple compliment on social media. ‘Sam Rubin, we will miss you. Good guy, that Sam. Hanx’ (pictured in Los Angeles in January 2024)
Oscar winner Tom Hanks left a simple compliment. ‘Sam Rubin, we will miss you. Good guy, that Sam. Hanx.’ Reese Witherspoon called him “A wonderful man who made so many people smile.” Sam, you will always be remembered fondly.’
Reese Witherspoon called him “A wonderful man who made so many people smile.” Sam, we will always remember you fondly.
Lisa Rinna shared a photo from her husband Harry Hamlin’s recent interview on KTLA.
‘Sam Rubin was an incredible man, who was very supportive of our family over the years. A total gentleman and a definitive professional. Harry was with him on @ktla5news a couple of days ago. RIP SAM’.
Comedian and actress Kathy Griffin wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter: “I’m in shock.”
“I don’t know who in Los Angeles has been interviewing me longer than Sam,” the Unconventional actress relayed. ‘He always had a great wit and seemed to enjoy the fun part of the job. A true icon.’
Lisa Rinna shared a snapshot of Rubin interviewing her husband Harry Hamlin just days before his death. The actress called him “an incredible man, who was very supportive of our family over the years.” A total gentleman and a supreme professional.
“My heart is broken…one of my first red carpet interviews was with Sam,” Eva Longoria said. ‘And for 20 years he lifted me up and he always made me feel like he belonged in this industry. He rests in power, my friend’ (Pictured in Doral, FL, in April)
Selma Blair recalled: “You were my first on-air interview and one of my last.” I feel very lucky to have watched and known you for so many years… Your memory will be a blessing. Another beloved favorite! Thank you for your humanity’ (Pictured in Los Angeles in April)
Comedian and actress Kathy Griffin said Rubin “always had a great wit and seemed to enjoy the fun part of the job.” A true icon’
Selma Blair recalled: “You were my first on-air interview and one of my last.” I feel very lucky to have watched and known you for so many years.
‘Oh, Sam! This is a sad moment, knowing that you are not here on this Earth. Your memory will be a blessing. Another beloved favorite! Thank you for your humanity.’
Daphne Zúñiga sent her condolences to his family. I love your family and loved ones. Sam Rubin always made me happy!
Rubin is survived by his wife Leslie and four children.
