Longtime AP bureau chief Andy Lippman, who led coverage of the O.J. Simpson trial, dies at 78
Summary
Andy Lippman, a respected Associated Press bureau chief known for leading coverage of major events like the O.J. Simpson trial, died at age 78 from a rare brain disease. He had a long journalism career and was admired for mentoring young reporters and supporting his staff.Key Facts
- Andy Lippman was the AP bureau chief in Los Angeles during the O.J. Simpson trial and the 1992 Los Angeles riots.
- He worked in journalism for 39 years and led AP bureaus in Louisville, Indianapolis, and Los Angeles.
- Lippman died on July 25 at his home in Tucson from multiple system atrophy, a rare brain disease.
- He also managed coverage of the 1994 Northridge earthquake, which caused more than 70 deaths and $20 billion in damage.
- Colleagues praised him for his dedication, energy, kindness, and mentorship to reporters and editors.
- Even after retirement, he supported staff by bringing meals during holidays when they had to work.
- Born in Washington, D.C., in 1948, he showed early interest in journalism by leading his high school newspaper.
- Many former coworkers remembered him for his personal warmth and professional leadership.
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