He worked until retiring from Fox in 2016.
He was the host ofMidday Sundayand coanchored weekends with Christine Devine in the 1990s.
He was also the host of the crime seriesLAs Most Wanted.
Tony ValdezFrederick M. Brown/Getty Images
Valdez grew up in downtown Los Angeles and graduated from Los Angeles College.
Simpson, and several political elections.
Anyone who worked with Tony can tell you of his complete dedication to the truth in journalism.
He knew this city inside and out, said FOX 11 anchor Christine Devine on the stations website.
Tony Valdez was a trailblazing reporter, advocate, and mentor.
He was one of the first Latino journalists to break the color barrier in Los Angeles.
Valdez was a US Army veteran and served during the Vietnam War.
He later worked as a docent at the LA Conservancy, and would lead tours of downtown Los Angeles.
Survivors include his son, Steve, and three grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to the LA Conservancy or the8 Ball foundation.
