Mark Mester Was Suspended from Ktla After Making Remarks About Lynette Romero’s Resignation

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Mark Mester, who co-hosted Weekend Morning News on KTLA with Romero, apologized to the audience for Lynette’s absence during a five-minute segment on September 18’s morning news program, calling the event “cruel” and “rude.”

“It was unacceptable, and we apologize.” I also want to apologize to Lynette Romero, since I adore you and consider you to be my best friend. What happened to you on Wednesday was not your fault.”

Mark Mester praised Janene Drafts, the station’s general manager, for allowing Romero to go for another position, but attacked Sam Rubin’s script, who initially reported her leaving.

“It was regrettable. It was unacceptable, and we apologize for that since they deserved to say farewell. I’m not sure who authored the script. I’m not sure who gave it to Sam Rubin. Regardless, this was a blunder. We owe you an explanation.”

Mark Mester’s remarks went popular on the internet and were even displayed on the FTV Live website before being removed due to copyright difficulties. On the same day, Mark shared a video of an aircraft flying over the studio with a memorial message for Romero on his social media profile. According to The Desk, Mark was suspended from the channel due to his conduct. Drafs clarified her position by visiting the studio on September 19 and claiming that Romero’s choice to quit the station for another employment opportunity was her decision.