Charles Osgood, longtime host of ‘Sunday Morning,’ dead at 91

Charles Osgood, veteran CBS newsman and longtime host of “Sunday Morning,” has died. He was 91.

The award-winning journalist passed away following a battle with dementia at his New Jersey home Tuesday, according to CBS News.

“Charlie absolutely loved being part of the ‘Sunday Morning’ community,” his family said in a statement to the outlet.

The award-winning journalist passed away at his New Jersey home Tuesday. He was 91. Patrick McMullan via Getty Images

“We’ll miss him terribly, but there is comfort in knowing his life was charmed, in large part thanks to you. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for welcoming him into your homes on Sundays to share stories, and to highlight the better parts of humanity,” they added.

“He’ll see you on the radio.”

After news of Osgood’s death surfaced, tributes poured in for the late commentator on social media.

“Rest well and thank you for a lifetime of good Sunday mornings, Charles Osgood,” tweeted one user.

“We’ll miss him terribly, but there is comfort in knowing his life was charmed, in large part thanks to you. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for welcoming him into your homes on Sundays to share stories, and to highlight the better parts of humanity,” his family said in a statement. Getty Images

“It was somewhat of a tradition for my family and me to watch CBS Sunday Morning with Charles Osgood. My love for news and storytelling journalism came from that program. RIP 🙏🏽,” added another.

“One of the giants in our business. A gifted writer and storyteller. Rest in Peace Charles Osgood,” said a third person.

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“Charlie’s soothing voice and calm demeanor provided refuge from a crazy world every Sunday morning. A master storyteller and true gentleman. Resy easy, sir. #charlesosgood,” wrote a fourth fan.

Osgood spent more than four decades at CBS News before retiring in 2016.

Osgood spent more than four decades at CBS News before retiring in 2016. ©CBS/Courtesy Everett Collection

After the dad of five began anchoring “CBS Sunday Morning” in 1994, the show reached its highest ratings and earned three Emmys for Outstanding Morning Program.

Throughout his career, Osgood interviewed singer Sting, chef Julia Child, painter Andrew Wyeth and many more.

Outside of the newsroom, Osgood had a passion for poetry and music — even penning several books.

The former radio host made his theatrical debut as the narrator of the animated feature film adaptation of Dr. Seuss’ “Horton Hears a Who.”

The former “Sunday Morning” host is survived by his wife and his five children. Patrick McMullan via Getty Images

“For years now people — even friends and family — have been asking me why I keep doing this considering my age,” Osgood said when he retired in 2016.

“It’s just that it’s been such a joy doing it! Who wouldn’t want to be the one who gets to introduce these terrific storytellers and the producers and writers and others who put this wonderful show together.”

Osgood is survived by his wife, Jean Osgood, his five children — Kathleen Wood Griffis, Kenneth Winston Wood, Anne-E Wood, Emily J. Wood and Jamie Wood — and his sister and brother.