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Beloved Chicago Weatherman Makes Surprise TV Cameo
26 Jun
Summary
- A beloved Chicago weatherman appeared on 'The Bear' Season 5.
- The weatherman worked at Chicago's WGN for 46 years.
- The actor playing Richie recognized him immediately.
In a notable guest appearance during its fifth season, the popular show 'The Bear' featured Tom Skilling, a highly respected former Chicago television weatherman. Skilling, who served as chief meteorologist for WGN from 1978 until his retirement in 2024, was treated with considerable deference by the cast and crew. His presence in Episode 7 generated significant buzz, with characters like Richie immediately recognizing him and expressing admiration. Even cast members not from Chicago, such as Ayo Edebiri, quickly learned of Skilling's local legendary status and found him to be a "wonderful presence."
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