Beloved anchor Rosanna Scotto cries live on air after mother’s death

Rosanna Scotto’s return to "Good Day New York" became emotional as the longtime anchor remembered her late mother, Marion Scotto.

Scotto, 68, returned to the Fox 5 morning show Tuesday after taking time away following the death of her mother, who died Aug. 17 at age 90. Before the morning weather forecast on Sept. 1, B.J. Thomas' "Raindrops Keep Fallin' on My Head" began playing, prompting Scotto to break down in tears.

"Sorry, sorry. This song reminds me of my parents," Scotto told viewers as she attempted to regain her composure.

Scotto thanked viewers for the messages and condolences she received after losing her mother, adding that Marion would not have approved of her crying during the broadcast.

"My mother would kill me right now if she saw me crying on the air, so we’re going to get it together," Scotto said.

Her coworkers quickly offered their support, with coanchor Dan Bowens extending condolences on behalf of Fox 5 and its viewers. Meteorologist Mike Woods also welcomed Scotto back and assured her that the team understood what she was going through.

Ahead of her return, Scotto shared an Instagram video this morning expressing gratitude for the support she received while…

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