Famous forecaster: How Tom Skilling’s popularity went through the stratosphere

On one of his last remaining nights as the chief meteorologist at WGN-TV, Tom Skilling took part of his dinner break to make a surprise appearance at Waveland Bowl. It was a great metaphor for a TV icon whose willingness to veer outside of his “lane” led to his enormous popularity.
Full story: wgntv.com/celebratingskilling...

[@A3Kr0n]

Tom Skilling should have a bronze freakin' statue commissioned in his honor.

[@grandmam52]

I have no doubt there will be one day!

[@eddiea3782]

Tom Skilling belongs to Chicago and we love him dearly. God Bless you Tom. Happy Retirement. Enjoy my friend.

[@katherine8900]

I ❤ Tom Skilling!

[@JOHNNYCHICAGO8]

Tom skilling is CHICAGO ❤

[@justdiane5]

Great tribute!

[@anneoboyle8447]

Part of our Hearts 💔 go with you, Mr. Skilling! Thank you for your years of dedication & sharing your knowledge with us here on the Great Lake Michigan! Chicago's 🍀 Very Own: Tom Freakin' Skilling! 🌡️☔❄️🌬️⚡🌪️🌊🌞🌧️⛈️🌤️🌛

[@BobKnight-mm2ze]

I know that's only part of the send off WGN gave him, but it's a really nice farewell piece.

[@moretoknowshow1887]

I watched Tom on WGN9 here in TX (via cable) as a kid. I learned how weather worked along with another meteorological legend Harold Taft. Congrats on your retirement Tom!!

[@antihero5203]

Freakin’ cool story.

[@imperialmotoring3789]

Skilling is MAGA! So am I.

[@markdanielczyk944]

When you've got your own Wikipedia page, you're somebody! Thanks Tom! Our "I gotta guy" for weather!

[@brittnar]

Tom’s a champ! Enjoy retirement my dude, you’ve earned it

[@Aktor2]

🔥🔥🎬😎🎬🔥🔥

[@Bill-cv1xu]

Who?😮