Katherine Creag, a reporter for New York’s WNBC and well-known presence on the station’s morning news program Today in New York, passed away unexpectedly last night. She was 47.
Her death was announced by WNBC today. A cause has not been determined, with WNBC noting that Creag was not ill and working like that Wednesday morning.
“Cat was one of our cornerstones for ten years, always willing to help in any situation, whether it was a colleague in need or a move that needed to be covered,” said WNBC Vice President of News Amy Morris , in an email to staff. ‘She was thoughtful, funny and relentless. And even on the most difficult days, she was a bright light, quick with a kind word and a smile, ‘
Born in Manila, Creag joined WNBC in 2011 after five years at Fox. A graduate of New York University in 1996, Creag has won over the course of a career and shared in winning several Emmys, AP and Murrow awards that also took her to Dallas, Charlotte and Syracuse.
New York Mayor Bill de Blasio today tweeted his condolences, writing: ‘Katherine Creag was committed to connecting with New Yorkers and sharing their stories. She worked tirelessly for our city. ”
Creag is survived by husband Bill Gafner, a son and two daughters.
Katherine Creag was committed to making contact with New Yorkers and sharing their stories. She worked tirelessly for our city. @NYCFirstLady and I express her sincere condolences to her family, friends and the @NBCNewYork community.https: //t.co/q3WelvVT9b
– Mayor Bill de Blasio (@NYCMayor) 11 February 2021