On. ga('create', 'UA-67136960-15', 'auto', 'ads'); After her exit in September 2011, Payne is now back in the news over her death. 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Mrs. Payne founded and was also the CEO of Payne Productions. @allisonsnews took me under her wing. MEAWW is an initialism for Media Entertainment Arts WorldWide. After she parted ways from WGN news in 2011 , many of her former colleagues, staff at WGN and other Chicago news affiliates didnt call her or accept her call . She was fiercely smart, beautiful, generous. Vicky Baftiri, one of Paynes longtime producers, said she still has some of the Tory Burch purses, wallets and jewelry Payne gave her. Allison Payne was my TV godmother, my mentor, my beloved friend. WJBK-Channel 2 for many years. eventCategory: event.slot.getSlotElementId(), She was fiercely smart, beautiful, generous.. Vicky Baftiri shared a photo of Anchorwoman Payne. hitType: 'event', }); Former WGN anchor Allison Payne has died at 57, the channel confirmed on September 10. In January 2010, Payne publicly admitted that she was a recovering alcoholic, after having previously battled alcoholism for 20 years. She completed her schooling at St. Rita's Catholic Grade School and Renaissance High School in Detroit. Chicago Public Radio blogger Robert Feder reported Paynes remark, recalling howPayne responded to viewer concerns over her slurred speech and swiveling in her chair on an August 2008 broadcast. @allisonsnews took me under her wing. WGN-TV in Chicago said the longtime anchor passed away in Detroit on Sept. 1. We shared good times and bad times and just spoke about a month ago. eventCategory: event.slot.getSlotElementId(), She was an amazing inspiration to all women especially women of color I will miss her dearly. Allison Payne was a Former WGN anchor and nine-time Emmy Award winner has died at the age of 57, the death was confirmed by the channel on September 10. It's a process. }); In 1988, she was hired as news anchor at WNEM, the NBC affiliate in Saginaw, Michigan. Gone so soon," Another said, "I am heartbroken over the death of Allison Payne. She later admitted in 2009that she was dealing with depression and she was under treatment: It was brutal getting out of the house; I couldnt get out of bed.. The unfortunate news was confirmed by WGN-TV last Saturday. It was brutal getting out of the house, I couldn't get out of bed, she said. Baby Mia Jade Riley: Parents Lani and Tom Riley speak out after dog attack killed their 5-week-old infant, Kyle Sambrook: Hiker falls 100ft to death while carrying his dog in one hand through 'appalling' weather, Bruce Willis's mom Marlene 'not sure if her son still recognizes her' as 'aggressiveness' creeps in, Julia Faustyna: 21-yr-old girl who claims to be Madeleine McCann admits to making 'pornographic videos' in past, Killer mom Lindsay Clancy was suffering from drug withdrawal and had 'worst side effects,' says friend. May she rest easy in grace and love. The late Toronto teenager refused to let it define her. Her door was always open to aspiring, young journalists, who looked to her for advice. Allison Payne was my TV godmother, my mentor, my beloved friend. @allisonsnews took me under her wing. Her big break came two years later when she was discovered by WGN news director Paul Davis and she moved to Chicago to replace Pat Harvey alongside Rick Rosenthal on the 9 p.m. Monday-through-Friday newscast. Allison Payne was my TV godmother, my mentor, my beloved friend. Music Promoter Dudu Heritage is Dead! She also said Payne paid for a makeup artist to beautify Baftiri on her wedding day and baby shower. if(document.querySelector("#google_image_div")){ Tributes quickly poured in for Payne on social media. Payne started her career at WNEM in Saginaw, Mich., in 1988 . She suffered a lot of health issues the last several years, Roland S. Martin wrote. 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[4], She moved to Chicago in 1990 to anchor the station's primetime 9 p.m. newscast, which she anchored until 2009. window.googletag.pubads().addEventListener('slotOnload', function(event) { Lacey Holsworth, the 8-year-old cancer patient known as "Princess Lacey" who forged a bond with the Michigan State basketball team and Adreian Payne, died overnight Wednesday, the family said. gads_event = event; document.querySelector("#google_image_div").addEventListener('click',function(){ Jesse Jackson.". eventCategory: event.slot.getSlotElementId(), RIP my friend. She suffered a lot of health issues last several years. She was 57. Talented and much admired, she will be greatly missed, said Paul Rennie, Vice President General Manager, WGN-TV. RIP my friend. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. She became the founder of a television production company that had a duty to help students interested in the broadcasting business. She suffered a lot of health issues last several years. How dare you Robert Feder adding Allison to your memorial wall ,,, you were no friend of hers ! Allison died on September 1, 2021, at the age of 57, in her home in Detroit, as a result of her deteriorating health. . She was 57. For 21 years she was the face of WGN News for me, a little black girl living in Bolingbrook, Ill. A decade-plus later, I started working at WGN. Allison suffered a series of health issues although a cause of death has not been released. She was only 57 years old. The teams played an unneeded bottom of the ninth so players could get in more work. She was 57. For 21 years she was theee face of @WGNNews for me, a little black girl living in Bolingbrook, IL. With a heavy heart, we inform you of the well-known journalist and an anchors death on September 11, 2021, at aged 57. According to the outlet, Payne covered numerous top stories across the globe, including "tracing former President Barack Obamas roots in Kenya and traveling to the Ivory Coast alongside the Rev. After a series of unfortunate health events, Payne and WGN parted ways in September 2011 as she returned to her hometown of Detroit, WGN-TV reported. Payne remained active in broadcasting via freelance work until her death. Former WGN anchor Allison Payne has died. During her 21 year tenure at WGN, she won nine Emmys, co-anchored both the stations primetime newscast and the midday news show. One of my favorite idols , well respected clients and friend ! No way I was drunk on the air. }); CHICAGO'S WGN-TV is mourning one of their own after a former 21-year anchor passed away. window.googletag.cmd.push(function() { R.I.P. She won nine Emmy Awards for her journalism, including one for Outstanding Achievement for Individual Excellence On Camera and Outstanding Achievement for Informational Programs. eventCategory: event.slot.getSlotElementId(), I wish I couldve saved her as she protected me when I first started this crazy career. Payne worked at WGN-TV for 21 years. The couple privately parted ways after some years due to personal differences. window.googletag.pubads().addEventListener('impressionViewable', function(event) { I had no use of my right hand. He described her as a young journalist who had the world before her, and one could only speculate where that incredible career was going to go. She was married in 1981 to Dr. Donald R. Payne, an obstetrician- gynecologist, but five months later she discovered her husband dead in their home, an apparent suicide. Allison traveled the globe during her 21 years at WGN, reporting on former President Barack Obamas roots in Kenya and accompanying Rev. eventCategory: event.slot.getSlotElementId(), pic.twitter.com/Kwu5ax56OG, On being further pressed on her AA meetings, Payne acknowledged she does not attend weekly meetings, adding that it has been probably five years since the last time I went on a big drinking binge. After the slurring segment, Payne went to Mayo Clinic for a number of tests regarding her health issues. For 21 years she was theee face of @WGNNews for me, a little black girl living in Bolingbrook, IL. Jason Statham, Hugh Grant and Aubrey Plaza star in an inconsequential serving of empty cinematic calories. Allison suffered a series of health issues although a cause of death has not been released. Thanks to Vicky Baftiri, it has been shared that Payne enjoyed showing her gratitude, not just by words but also by gifts. Allison Payne was my TV godmother, my mentor, my beloved friend. Allison Payne, the longtime TV news reporter anchor for Chicagos WGN, died on September 1 at age 57, WGN reported. The Detroit native joined WGN in 1990 at the age of 25 and established. During her tenure with WGN, Payne has won numerous awards including nine Emmys [7] for reporting, including: On August 2, 2011, Payne and WGN-TV station management agreed to a buyout of Payne's current contract, ending her 21-year relationship with the station; she left WGN-TV in September 2011. Payne began her journalism career at the Saginaw TV station in 1988 after attending the University of Detroit and Bowling Green State University. In January and August 2008, Payne went on medical leave after suffering from a series of mini-strokes. Allison Payne passed away on September 1. She had been living in California recently and. Leanne Payne, whose seven books on a range of subjects includes the controversial "Healing Homosexuality," founded an organization that trained religious leaders on spiritual healing. Addressing a passing remark that she had made during one of her interviews back in 2010, Payne went on record with her 20-year fight against addiction, adding that she felt no shame in admitting that she has had a drinking problem. CHICAGO'S WGN-TV is mourning one of their own after a former 21-year anchor passed away. I wish I couldve saved her like she protected me when I first started this crazy career. Fellow Chicagoland journalist Afuna Owusu tweeted: I am heartbroken over the death of Allison Payne. From meteorologist Tom Skillings point of view, we know that Allison was young, vibrant, sharp. }); The anchor reportedly took her last breath at her home in Detroit. }); A series of unprofessional on-air appearances, including slurring of words, glassy-eyed gazes, and sobbing led to massive criticisms, forced the channel to demote her from the 5:30 pm and 9:00 pm newscast. Reality Behind Dude Perfect: Is Garrett Hilbert Dead or Alive? Her beauty , charm , smartness was always impeccable. Payne will take an indefinite leave of absence due to chronic health issues, according to WGN-TV in November 2008. Obituary: Allison Payne Wgn Death Cause How Did She Died? She suffered a lot of health issues the last several years. The unfortunate news was confirmed by WGN-TV last Saturday. According to the Chicago Tribune, Payne took amedical leave of absence in 2008after a series of mini-strokes and bouts of depression. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. She was from Detroit, and I knew when she pledged Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Delta Psi Chapter. This website uses cookies to improve your experience. } eventAction: 'click_adunit' "After a series of unfortunate health events, Payne and WGN parted ways in September 2011 as she returned to her hometown of Detroit," WGN said in its statement. The longtime news vet was 57-years-old. In its statement, WGN too alluded to her health issues but did not say what exactly caused Payne's death. Substance abuse can become a problem," she said at the time. Leaving the WGN-TV, the beloved anchor shared with the public about her bad hobby of consuming alcohol: Im having trouble with my vocal cords. Rolands Martin tweeted: Damn, It was added: Just got the news that longtime @WGNTV anchor Allison Payne has died. And in January 2009, as she returned to work and started anchoring WGNs early evening broadcast, she told the Tribune that she had also sought treatment for depression. } She was fiercely smart, beautiful, generous. Former WGN-TV anchor Allison Payne died on September 1, 2021, at the age of 57. }); Queen P a beautiful soul that has gone too soon. Allison Payne had not visited Chicago-area homes for more than a decade, but she was such a striking, substantive and memorable television presence that her Sept. 1 death in Detroit at 57. hitType: 'event', Payne did make a return in 2009 but went off-air in January 2011. WGN, This page was last edited on 7 February 2023, at 14:05. On Thursday, the CNN correspondent revealed in an emotional Instagram post that her young son Blake has died after a battle with pediatric brain cancer. 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