Ron Gant stepping away from Good Day Atlanta after 14 years
Ron Gant says goodbye after 14 years at FOX 5
After 14 years on Good Day Atlanta, Ron Gant is stepping away from the anchor desk. The former Braves star looks back on the memories, laughs and friendships he’s made at FOX 5 as colleagues share what they’ll miss about him. Gant plans to spend more time with family and travel, while continuing his work with the Braves and staying in Atlanta.
ATLANTA - Wednesday, Oct. 21, was Ron Gant’s final day as an anchor on FOX 5's Good Day Atlanta.
Ron recently announced that he plans to retire from FOX 5 after 14 years as a morning anchor at the station.
In a social media post about his decision to retire, Ron said he plans to remain in the Atlanta area, and will travel back and forth to Texas where he has family.
In making his announcement, Ron expressed his appreciation to the viewers who have watched him throughout his career as an anchor. "Thank you guys so much. You’ve been so supportive… You’re always going to be part of my life no matter what. And I thank you again from the bottom of my heart for all the support and love you’ve shown me over the years," Ron said.
FOX 5’s Senior Vice President and General Manager Bill Schneider said, "Ron Gant has been helping North Georgia wake up with a smile for more than a decade. His transition from the baseball field to the anchor desk showed that his greatest talent goes beyond sports or broadcasting - it's his ability to connect with people. Working alongside Ron for the past 14 years has been an absolute privilege. He brought dedication, warmth and genuine care to our newsroom every single morning. While we will miss his presence immensely, we couldn’t be happier for him as he begins this next chapter and enjoys more time with his family. Ron isn’t just a phenomenal broadcaster - he is a wonderful human being in every sense of the word."
Good Day Atlanta team says good-bye to Ron Gant
After 14 years on Good Day Atlanta, Ron is saying goodbye — and his last 6 a.m. newscast is full of stories, laughs and heartfelt messages from the people who work with him. His colleagues share what they’ll miss most, from their morning conversations to his kindness and trademark socks, while Ron thanks them for making him feel welcome.
Before joining FOX 5, Ron enjoyed a 16-year career in Major League Baseball, the first seven of those years with the Atlanta Braves. Ron began his broadcasting career as a baseball analyst shortly after retiring as a player.
The good news? Ron isn't leaving Atlanta! You’ll still see him around town, on the golf course, and continuing his work with the Braves.
Please join us in celebrating Ron, and share your favorite memories and warm wishes!
Special goodbye for Good Day Atlanta's Ron Gant
Current and former coworkers gathered on the Good Day Atlanta set on Wednesday morning to wish a very happy retirement to former Braves star and Good Day Atlanta anchor Ron Gant.