Long-Time WXIX Meteorologist Frank Marzullo to Leave Station After 18 Years

CINCINNATI, Ohio — Frank Marzullo, WXIX-TV’s longest-tenured meteorologist, has announced he is leaving the station after 18 years to pursue new opportunities. Marzullo shared the news via Facebook on Tuesday, stating that the transition will allow him to spend more time with his family, whom he and his family love calling Cincinnati home.

Marzullo was hired by WXIX-TV in August 2007 after working at Youngstown’s WFMJ-TV. His departure comes after he and two other meteorologists left the station this year, with chief meteorologist Steve Horstmeyer announcing his exit last November for a role at the Hoxworth Blood Center.

Despite being absent from Channel 19 this week, Marzullo had engaged with viewers online, posting updates about weather alerts, including a winter storm warning that was issued by the National Weather Service. His absence on what was classified as a “Weather Alert Day” raised questions among fans who noticed he updated his Facebook profile to reflect his status as a former meteorologist at WXIX.

During his time at WXIX-TV, Marzullo became a familiar face in the mornings, initially joining the channel as a morning meteorologist in December 2007. He later hosted the Fox 19 Now Morning News Xtra from 9 to 11 a.m. since September 2010. Marzullo’s departure marks a significant change for the station, as he has been a key figure in its morning lineup.

In a message delivered to the staff following his announcement, WXIX-TV Vice President and General Manager Jennifer Riefer expressed gratitude for Marzullo’s dedication during his tenure. “I would like to thank him for all he has accomplished at Fox 19,” she stated in the communication titled “Frank Marzullo Departure.”

Reflecting on his career, Marzullo expressed his appreciation for the Cincinnati community on both social media and LinkedIn, emphasizing his dedication to his role as a broadcaster. He mentioned, “I am extremely fortunate to say I am doing the job that I have wanted to do since I would set up news studios in my basement as a kid.”

As he moves forward, Marzullo reassured his followers of his continued love for Cincinnati, stating, “This city embraced me when I arrived in 2007.” With his departure, the station is poised for additional changes in its meteorological team.