Honoring and recognizing Bernie Prazenica on the occasion of his retirement after 17 years of distinguished service as President and General Manager of WPVI-TV/6abc.

Honoring and recognizing Bernie Prazenica on the occasion of his retirement after 17 years of distinguished service as President and General Manager of WPVI-TV/6abc. WHEREAS, Bernie Prazenica, a Temple University graduate, began his broadcasting career in Pittsburgh in 1982, later holding leadership positions in Richmond, Virginia, and Raleigh, North Carolina, before returning home to Philadelphia in 1994; and WHEREAS, In 2007, Prazenica was named President and General Manager of 6abc, becoming the longest-serving general manager in the station’s history, and for nearly two decades, has guided the City’s most-watched local newscast, Action News; and WHEREAS, Under his leadership, WPVI continued its dominance as Philadelphia’s top-rated local news station, a tradition spanning nearly half a century, and maintained its reputation for journalistic excellence, community service, and innovation; and WHEREAS, Prazenica oversaw the completion of a new office and state-of-the-art studios on City Avenue in 2009, ensuring the station remained competitive in an evolving media landscape; and WHEREAS, Throughout his career, Prazenica was described by longtime anchor Jim Gardner as “the guy who keeps the lights on” at 6abc, reflecting his steady leadership, behind the scenes dedication, and commitment to both staff and community; and WHEREAS, Prazenica’s career has been marked not only by his professional achievements, but also by his compassion, humility, and competitive drive. These qual…