Robert Osborne, a film historian who was known for his work as the familiar host on Turner Classic Movies, has died, Fox News confirms. A rep for Osborne said he died in his New York home Monday following a long illness. "All of us at Turner Classic Movies are deeply saddened by the death of Robert Osborne," said Turner Classic Movies General Manager Jennifer Dorian. "Robert was a beloved member of the Turner family for more than 23 years. In 1994, when Turner Classic Movies came on the air, Osborne became the network's host.

Source: Fox News March 06, 2017 19:01 UTC