
Famous veteran television journalist Ernie Anastos passed away at the age of 82. Reports claimed that it was on March 12, 2026, when Erine breathed his last and died due to pneumonia, and reportedly, he was receiving treatment at a hospital due to an alleged infection before his passing. Ernie was an iconic anchor who began his career reportedly with radio journalism before transitioning into television. As he passed away, his followers had been pouring in condolences from all around. Amid this, his massive net worth and a famous phrase resurfaced on social media. Let’s have a look!
Ernie Anastos’s famous ‘chicken’ phrase surfaces
Ernie Anastos, back in 2009, brought his famous phrase about ‘chicken’, which went on to become a fan favourite. He was conversing with a weatherman while anchoring on Fox 5 News, WNYW. Well, while conversing, he said ‘keep f***ing that chicken’, which caused a clamour around. Well, all he wanted to say was ‘keep plucking that chicken’, as Decider reported. However, his phrase instantly grabbed the attention and became famous among the masses, who had been wishing for his soul’s peace after his final departure, while remembering this line.
















