Morley Safer remembered on social media
Fans and colleagues alike were shaken by the death of "60 Minutes" newsman Morley Safer, whom CBS Chariman and CEO Les Moonves called "one of the most important journalists in any medium, ever."
Journalists, especially those who knew Safer, were among the most vocal people who mourned the iconic reporter on social media. Safer was in declining health when he announced his retirement last week. CBS aired a special hour to honor his retirement on Sunday that he watched at home.
Thursday morning, "60 Minutes" executive producer Jeff Fager tweeted, "Morley Safer has died. A masterful storyteller, inspiration to many of us and a wonderful friend."
Producer Keith Sharman added, "Beyond masterful storytelling & writing I'll remember Morley as a gent who treated everyone here w kindness&respect."
Anderson Cooper wrote, "What an incredible life and career #MorleySafer had. From Vietnam to his decades @60Minutes. There was no one else like him."
"Today" co-anchor Matt Lauer wrote about Safer's impact on journalism, saying, "Two pieces of advice for young broadcast journalists. 1. Watch Morley Safer's segments. 2. Repeat step one. A true professional/original."
Many other tributes poured in:
Morley was a master storyteller, a gentleman and a wonderful friend. We miss him already: https://t.co/edBwZukvfM pic.twitter.com/0erDjFVlk9
— 60 Minutes (@60Minutes) May 19, 2016
Morley Safer has died. A masterful storyteller, inspiration to many of us and a wonderful friend.
— Jeff Fager (@JeffFager) May 19, 2016
Beyond masterful storytelling & writing I'll remember Morley as a gent who treated everyone here w kindness&respect https://t.co/HGuIphzWlU
— Keith Sharman (@keithdsharman) May 19, 2016
(1/2) Heartbroken to hear about the passing of Morley Safer. His reporting was second-to-none. I send my deepest sympathies to his family.
— Sen Dianne Feinstein (@SenFeinstein) May 19, 2016
(2/2) I fondly remember being interviewed by Morley for this @60Minutes drones segment. He will be greatly missed. https://t.co/iuEQJHQRTc
— Sen Dianne Feinstein (@SenFeinstein) May 19, 2016
We thank *you,* @SaferCBS. Remembering the legendary reporter, who has died at 84: https://t.co/U8HXQJ2NbZ pic.twitter.com/ocBpWfUrt1
— CBS This Morning (@CBSThisMorning) May 19, 2016
What an incredible life and career #MorleySafer had. From Vietnam to his decades @60Minutes. There was no one else like him.
— Anderson Cooper (@andersoncooper) May 19, 2016
Two pieces of advice for young broadcast journalists.
— Matt Lauer (@MLauer) May 19, 2016
1. Watch Morley Safer's segments.
2. Repeat step one. A true professional/original
Cannot believe #morelysafer died--- just watched that incredible tribute to him on @60Minutes announcing his retirement. He will be missed
— Hoda Kotb (@hodakotb) May 19, 2016
RIP Morley Safer, @CBSNews @60Minutes legend.
— Piers Morgan (@piersmorgan) May 19, 2016
Great man, magnificent career. pic.twitter.com/B63fFLCcap
I'm so happy he lived to see the retrospective CBS did of him last week. #RIPMorleySafer #60Minutes https://t.co/cnpxdMcceh
— yvette nicole brown (@YNB) May 19, 2016
Morley Safer -A master storyteller, an amazing career, a true legend. He will be missed.
— James Goldston (@jamesgoldston) May 19, 2016
RIP Morley Safer
— Ryan Adams (@TheRyanAdams) May 19, 2016
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His final tweet, just 4 days ago.#RIP #MorleySafer https://t.co/XidS7sNpXm
— Carl Quintanilla (@carlquintanilla) May 19, 2016
Just heard the sad news, one of the greats Morely Safer has passed away. Farewell my friend! https://t.co/KI6TuqlbBe
— Rich Porter (@RPorter2000) May 19, 2016
before i was an actor i worked in news, @SaferCBS = one of the greatest storytellers & adventurers of our time, #MorleySafer will be missed.
— Melissa Ponzio (@MelissaPonzio1) May 19, 2016
Morley Safer was a legend in broadcasting. Amazing writer. A gentleman. His take on modern art on 60 Minutes was incredible. Irreplaceable
— Andy Cohen (@Andy) May 19, 2016
I've watched @SaferCBS every Sunday for years. He'll be greatly missed in my home. #RIPMorley
— Kevin Zegers (@KevinZegers) May 19, 2016
Today we remember the legacy of journalist Morley Safer. This is our "60 Minutes" stopwatch, used till late 1990s. pic.twitter.com/wpMDbXktn1
— amhistorymuseum (@amhistorymuseum) May 19, 2016
Rest in Peace Morley Safer.... A true giant in journalism...
— JOE BONAMASSA (@JBONAMASSA) May 19, 2016
So long Morley Safer--- a gentleman. https://t.co/bywPbWYWmY pic.twitter.com/IT5hEDKhyl
— Luke Russert (@LukeRussert) May 19, 2016
The last tweet sent four days ago by Morley Safer. He passed away today. He was 84. RIP https://t.co/nPid2rVzj2
— rolandsmartin (@rolandsmartin) May 19, 2016