As WGN-TV celebrates Tom Skilling’s retirement , we’ll be looking back with a series of stories on his history with the station and the memories that he brought into households for 45 years.
CHICAGO — In just over a month, WGN’s Chief Meteorologist Tom Skilling will sign off for the final time as he will retire after 45 years .
The Wiener’s Circle , located at 2622 North Clark Street in Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood, made a special announcement for Skilling on their marque in celebration of his upcoming retirement.
“Happy retirement Tom Freakin’ Skilling ,” The Wiener’s Circle reads.
Skilling , a fixture of Chicago television and beloved by generations, announced on Oct. 12 he will be retiring after 45 years at WGN .
“Special thanks to all at the Wiener’s Circle restaurant for putting this up! I’m blown away!” Skilling posted on Facebook .
Tom Skilling discusses his decision to retire on WGN Morning News
Skilling started his successful career at the age of 14 in Aurora, while still in high school. He had a series of radio and TV jobs in Illinois and Wisconsin before coming to WGN-TV in August of 1978.