Marty Bass, a longtime Baltimore broadcasting staple and familiar face on WJZ, has announced he will retire at the end of May, capping off a career that began in television nearly five decades ago.
Bass, who has been a fixture on WJZ since 1977, shared that his retirement will come shortly after his 73rd birthday. Some more of his local history can be seen below, courtesy of CBS News.
For many viewers, Bass became synonymous with mornings in Baltimore. Before his current role on WJZ at 9, he was part of the well-known morning duo alongside Linh Bui, helping generations of viewers start their day. His energetic personality and unique take on everyday stories made him a standout presence on local television…