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Veteran Boston Reporter Byron Barnett Dies

‘One of the legends of the Boston broadcasting world’: Longtime 7News reporter Byron Barnett has died
Byron Barnett, who worked for decades as a reporter at Boston’s 7News, has died at the age of 69, the station announced Monday.
Retired WHDH reporter Byron Barnett has died, family says
Barnett "cherished the privilege of telling the stories of New Englanders who welcomed him into their lives," his family said in a statement.
Veteran Boston Reporter Byron Barnett Dies at 69
Longtime Boston reporter Byron Barnett has died after a battle with cancer. He was 69.
Was Byron Barnett married? Personal life and all about the veteran Boston reporter in wake of his death at 69
Byron Barnett, a veteran Boston 7News reporter, passed away on Sunday (August 4, 2025). 7News shared the news on Monday. Although they did not share the cause of Barnett's death, Jonathan Hall, his colleague, stated that Byron battled cancer in his last few years. It is speculated that this was the reason behind his passing.
Condolence messages for longtime 7NEWS reporter Byron Barnett
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Who Was Byron Barnett? Renowned Boston News Legend And Hall Of Famer Dies At 69
Byron Barnett, longtime 7News WHDH reporter and Massachusetts Broadcasters Hall of Famer, has died at 69 after battling cancer. Known for his compassionate reporting and decades of service, Barnett covered major events and hosted Urban Update.
Byron Barnett, retired 7News reporter, dies at 69. 'Everyone loved the man'
Retired 7News reporter Byron Barnett has died at the age of 69, according to the Boston news station. Here's what his former colleagues are saying
Byron Barnett dies at 69: Cause of death, wife, children, and other details
Byron Barnett, veteran 7News Boston reporter, died at 69. He had been battling cancer, though the exact cause of death wasn’t disclosed by 7News.
Longtime 7News WHDH Boston reporter Byron Barnett has died: ‘One of the legends of the Boston broadcasting world’
Local TV legend Byron Barnett, who was with 7News WHDH for decades, has died. He was 69. A member of the Massachusetts Broadcasters Hall of Fame, Barnett passed away on Sunday, according to the Boston station. Barnett joined Boston’s 7News in 1983, and he retired from the station after 38 years in 2021.
Longtime Boston anchor Byron Barnett dies at 69
Byron Barnett, formerly a 7News anchor for almost 40 years, has died after "facing cancer with unwavering courage," his family said in a statement. Come network, connect and enjoy unique experiences over great food & drink!
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"He’ll be deeply missed": Former Boston Mayor Marty Walsh gives a heartfelt tribute to reporter Byron Barnett in light of his passing at 69
Tributes have been pouring in for Byron Barnett following the news of his passing on Sunday, August 3, 2025, after his ...
Beloved local TV anchor dies aged 69
The veteran journalist reported on some of the biggest stories of his time, including an interview with Muhammad Ali early in ...