Tim Russert Dies of a Heart Attack

166. One more thing...to the person who said Tim wasn't as hard hitting as Billo all I will say is that Tim never cut off any guest's microphone just so he wouldn't lose an argument.

Posted at 12:56AM on Jun 14th 2008 by Leslie110

167. He was well loved by all. The election coverage will not be the same this year without him. I was a weekly fan of Meet the Press.

Posted at 8:52AM on Jun 14th 2008 by JC

168. This is a loss to the world of politics and journalists. Tim set he high standards and was always about getting the story right. I feel for his family, such a horrible thing to happen just as his son was embarking on the next phase of his life.

Posted at 11:21AM on Jun 14th 2008 by KIm

169. This is so sad--he was the greatest political commentators of our time--he will always be remembered for his integrity, honesty and dedication to the field. We lost a great one--so affable and likeable as well!

Posted at 6:07PM on Jun 17th 2008 by liligee

170. We have lost the most honest, credible and fair political commentator ever to grace the airways. A wonderful, loving and compassionate man who loved life, and blessed all of us by being part of ours. My heartfelt sympathy to his family.
Ken Eaise

Posted at 10:36AM on Jun 14th 2008 by keneaise

171. It's very sad that an interviewer who isn't afraid to ask the really tough questions without backing down has died so young. He will be missed.

Posted at 10:47AM on Jun 14th 2008 by Maniacal Zebra

172. has anyone heard if his death might have been foul play considering his role in the scooter libby trial??? i'm devastated that he is gone. he was way too talented and young to pass this way.

Posted at 11:30PM on Jul 11th 2008 by msraven

173. we just wanted to express our sympathy for the family,we watched tim on tv a lot and he really held our attention.he made politics very interesting . we loved his show as you could see he worked very hard aand was very sincere thank you tom and dottie

Posted at 5:41PM on Aug 20th 2008 by tom and dottie burlamachi

174. I am a Bahamian and I loved watching the American news. I always enjoyed watching Mr. Russert on his shows and found him to be one of the few respectful honest journalists in the news. I had deep respect for Mr. Russert especially after seeing him moderate a few debates with Obama and Clinton. He always was so calm and informative. There was a look on his face always that showed he was a good man and the honour and respect he had for his father is truly admirable. i was so looking forward to seeing him and hearing his input during the upcoming political season. This is truly a great lost of a mighty good man. Any man who can show his love and respect for his father, his family and his job and work at it all so emphahtically and tirelessly IS A GREAT MAN! This is such a loss to lose him so soon and this way. Who can replace him! He will truly be missed! REST IN PEACE MR. RUSSERT!

Posted at 12:47PM on Jun 14th 2008 by peachy in the bahamas

175. 89. Today is a great day for New York! Finally, this douchebag is gone :-) Anyone that knew and worked with this guy, knows that he was a total a$$hole and a prick. For all you simpathizers, i wish you'd known him or worked with him to see where most of us are coming from.

Today is the day New York should have a parade to celebrate the passing of this A-hole.

F U Tim!

Posted at 4:23PM on Jun 13th 2008 by Tim = Most Hated Man In New York


I hope you rot in hell you piece of human garbage! What kind of person are you to talk such hate about someone you don't even know you sociopath? With the type of behavior you display, I wouldn't be surprised that you are one lonesome miserable beast.

Posted at 1:44PM on Jun 14th 2008 by Kate

176. I am appalled at the stupid comments here..you don't know anything about this man, other than his intellegent ,extremely fair, reporting that we have been priveledged to listen to, too assume it was "Mcdonalds" , we all have known active fit people who die suddenly of heart issues..some of the ignorance on this site during a tragic event are a sad testamaent to the human race!

Posted at 11:50AM on Jun 15th 2008 by sams mom

177. I thought of Tim as a friend.

Parnell Kelly
Des Plaines IL

Posted at 10:08AM on Jun 15th 2008 by parnell kelly

178. deep sorrow about the death of Tim someone who so many of us has seen as model dad son husband and citizen.
he shall be missed but perhaps his specialness can rub off on us to walk in his footsteps.

Posted at 1:20AM on Jun 16th 2008 by gerald stan

179. It's a shame Russert's doctor didn't do more. Stress Tests have a track record of almost being
worthless. Some statins to lower cholesterol hurt the heart unless Co-enzyme Q-10 is also taken.
It is not clear to me if the doctors knew that Tim's heart muscles were thickening. If they did,
it should have be a warning to do more tests. It looked like 10 years since his CAT scan also. They should have done another, heck, he had enough money to pay for it himself!

I immediately signed up for the next cardio-screening test in my area, I'm 57 and this is scarey.

Posted at 3:00AM on Jun 17th 2008 by Ginny

180. My heart breaks and also goes out to Tim's family and his friends. He was such a strong, brilliant man..not many like him anymore.
God bless you Tim..God bless your family and friends.

Posted at 11:32AM on Jun 17th 2008 by Marsha Vick