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“It is with great sadness that we announce that after 32 years of service, Chief Meteorologist John Edd Thompson has decided to retire from FOX10. Having covered every major storm that has entered the Gulf of Mexico for the last three decades, John Edd has an unparalleled connection with Gulf Coast viewers. His dedication, commitment, and trademark sense of humor will be dearly missed. We wish John Edd the best in his retirement years. He will always be a valued member of the FOX10 family.”

- Matt Pumo, Vice President/General Manager WALA/WBPG TV


 
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  • John Edd Thompson Fast Facts
- John Edd was a disc jockey before getting into T.V. While working at WABB, his on-air name was “Buddy Starr”.
- John Edd has written many songs, including a fight song for the University of South Alabama.
- John Edd was an extra in the Steven Spielberg film “Close Encounters Of The Third Kind”.
  • A Message from Jason Smith
"John Edd Thompson is a good friend, and we have enjoyed a great relationship over the past 10 years. It has been a real privilege to learn from one the best in the business. John Edd took me under his wing, and it's been a real honor working with him. John Edd will be missed by the entire FOX10 family." - Jason Smith, FOX10 Meteorologist
  • A Message from John Edd Thompson
“This is my home and I’ve worked here for most of my life. It has been a real privilege to serve the Gulf Coast viewers for the past 32 years. In that time, I’ve seen my share of bad weather but there have been plenty of good times as well. It makes me laugh that after all this time people still yell ‘Hey John Edd’ when they see me. Hopefully, that won’t end any time soon.”
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  • Farewell Forecasts
John Edd will be doing Live Farewell Forecasts from these locations:

April 29 -- Lulu's in Gulf Shores
May 06  -- Heritage Park in Atmore
May 13  -- Casino Beach Pavillion in Pensacola
May 20  -- Cathedral Square in Mobile
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