Gary Papa Dies

We bring you unfortunate news this afternoon from 6ABC: Gary Papa, long term sports anchorman has passed away today at age 54. He had been fighting prostate cancer for the past five years. Gary was a staple in many Philadelphia homes on Action News and will be greatly missed. Our thoughts go out to the Papa family and all those at 6 ABC.

Go to 6abc.com for the heartfelt report from Jim Gardner. We're sure the nightly news will prove to be an emotional one.

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By miss bee in on June 19, 2009 4:35 PM Comments 0 Likes Likes

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