In a CBS News report, grieving coworkers express their sorrow at the death of CBS New York meteorologist Elise Finch, who died unexpectedly over the weekend at the age of 51, just days after going on air. The cause of her death is yet to be determined.
The CBS statement read, “It is with profound sadness that we share news of the passing of our beloved Elise Dione Finch Henriques. Elise has been a friend and team member at WCBS for 16 years.”
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“Above all, Elise was a fiercely loving and devoted mother to her daughter Grace and wife to Graig Henriques, who is a photojournalist at WCBS,” they added.
Who was Elise Finch?
Elise, also known as Elise Dione Finch Henriques, began working as a weekend meteorologist for WCBS in 2007. She stayed with the network for a remarkable 16 years. She had lately been a part of the morning news program, joining the 9 a.m. broadcast in September of the previous year.
CBS released a statement in which they expressed their profound sorrow and praised Elise as a ‘gifted and dedicated professional’ who approached her work with great care. Additionally, they emphasized her tremendous contributions to the community, notably in Mount Vernon, her hometown.
Elise had a regular spot on the network’s morning newscast with co-host Cindy Hsu. In recent years, she had co-hosted the morning news with reporters such as Chris Wragge and Mary Calvi.
When WCBS anchor Jessica Moore reported Finch’s death on-air Sunday, she was overcome with emotion. She also posted a sentimental tweet on Twitter.
“Elise was fiercely loyal to those she loved, a straight shooter, a consummate professional, and made me laugh until I cried,” Moore wrote. “But above all, she was completely devoted to her family, especially her daughter Grace. I love you so much, my friend. Heaven now has an angel like no other.”
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Others recalled Finch for her generosity, exceptional talent, and kind temperament. The WCBS crew sent condolences and gave support to Grace, Elise’s daughter, and Graig, her husband, at this trying time.
