77 WABC in New York has hired Rita Cosby to fill the slot vacated by John Batchelor’s departure, Cosby’s first show aired on Monday night.
“The Rita Cosby Show’ will bring a new and exciting dynamic to our important evening programming,” WABC owner John Catsimatidis said. “Rita is the best in the business, with a tremendous following and incredible background.”
WABC has made a host of changes recently. Last week, the station announced the addition of Newsmax TV’s Greg Kelly.
Catsimatidis officially acquired WABC last March and since then has made several high-profile additions to the station including New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani and former Fox commentator Bill O’Reilly.
“I am honored to be joining 77 WABC’s terrific lineup and working with legendary New York icon John Catsimatidis and his team,” said Cosby. “During this pivotal and unpredictable moment in our nation and communities, 10:00 pm to 12:00 midnight will be a nonstop voice of reason and truth you will not want to miss.”
Cosby is an Emmy-winning TV host who has anchored programs on the FOX News Channel and MSNBC. She served as WABC’s political editor for 2014-2018.
