Tom Skilling there in Chicago is like Gary England here in Oklahoma. Both men are incredible in their chosen field. Tom introduced me to meteorology when I used to live in the Chicagoland area back in 1979. "Chasing the Wind" with WGN's Tom Skilling (1994 Documentary)
Wow! Years ago, and I do mean YEARS ago…we used to be able to get WGN weather on our big satellite dish. Being in New England and flying hot air balloons, we found Tom's forecasts more comprehensive than most and were very appreciative of his vast knowledge. Sadly, when we moved on from our big dish, we no longer could received WGN. Tom had the absolutely BEST graphics and gave the most complete weather forecasts than any other. So glad to see that he's been going strong all these years. Enjoy a wonderful retirement! You most certainly deserve it!
I've been a fan of Tom for a long time, the likes of him and James Spann is what got me interested in weather. Congratulations on your retirement, Tom!
I watched a lot of WGN when it was a superstation and always enjoyed the way Tom delivered his weather reports! Congratulations Tom, a retirement well deserved from a 64 yo fan in Kansas.
Class act. Although born elsewhere he was a West Aurora high school grad done good. Hope that back in the day he drove a little south to nearby Oswego where I grew up, to enjoy the ice cream from the Deri Hut and the small town feel of the place.
Tom Freaking Skilling, the MAN, the LEGEND, a genuine individual who always kept it positive , you had and still have a sense of humor,and gave credit to wgn , his colleagues, and the viewers. You kept it real Tom freaking Skilling. Have a happy retirement. May you have love, peace and happiness. A shout-out from Minneapolis, MN.
Happy Retirement to you !!! Always loved your weather reports !! We used to get your channel on our cable channel in here in St Paul Minnesota ! To a cool guy happy retirement you deserve it❤❤❤❤❤!!!!
Back in 2001 I interned at Fox News Chicago Ch. 32 with Rick DiMaio and Harry Volkman for a couple of years. Rick loved Tom and they frequently chatted on the phone despite being on rival news stations. I had an opportunity to speak with Tom Skilling on the phone once and he kept saying, "Well, I gotta go. Lots to do!", but he would keep talking. I loved it. Growing up in Chicago, I've always (like I'm sure most of you) enjoyed his forecasts in the Tribune. Happy Retirement, Tom!
One of the best meteorologists of all time
Tom Skilling there in Chicago is like Gary England here in Oklahoma. Both men are incredible in their chosen field. Tom introduced me to meteorology when I used to live in the Chicagoland area back in 1979. "Chasing the Wind" with WGN's Tom Skilling (1994 Documentary)
A Chicago Institution! Simply the BEST !!
Wow! Years ago, and I do mean YEARS ago…we used to be able to get WGN weather on our big satellite dish. Being in New England and flying hot air balloons, we found Tom's forecasts more comprehensive than most and were very appreciative of his vast knowledge. Sadly, when we moved on from our big dish, we no longer could received WGN. Tom had the absolutely BEST graphics and gave the most complete weather forecasts than any other. So glad to see that he's been going strong all these years. Enjoy a wonderful retirement! You most certainly deserve it!
A Chicago TV legend like Bill Curtis
And the guy from the original Empire commercials
He's Tom freaking Skilling! Yojngitta find the video with him and Tomasullo. Hysterical!
I've been a fan of Tom for a long time, the likes of him and James Spann is what got me interested in weather. Congratulations on your retirement, Tom!
That skimpy little cake. Really!?🎉
Tom was a big part of our lives and he will be missed… Enjoy your retirement well deserved
Did he ever come out of the closet?
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Tom is a legend. Chicago loves you!!!!
I watched a lot of WGN when it was a superstation and always enjoyed the way Tom delivered his weather reports! Congratulations Tom, a retirement well deserved from a 64 yo fan in Kansas.
Thank you!! Gods Speed!!!
Skillet Head!
Class act. Although born elsewhere he was a West Aurora high school grad done good. Hope that back in the day he drove a little south to nearby Oswego where I grew up, to enjoy the ice cream from the Deri Hut and the small town feel of the place.
Fantastic. Just fantastic.
There will never be another like you. Enjoy retirement Tom Skilling The G O A T
Class act bro 🌞 ☁️ 🌧️👍👍👍
Did he make a killing?
Tom Freaking Skilling, the MAN, the LEGEND, a genuine individual who always kept it positive , you had and still have a sense of humor,and gave credit to wgn , his colleagues, and the viewers. You kept it real Tom freaking Skilling. Have a happy retirement. May you have love, peace and happiness. A shout-out from Minneapolis, MN.
You Are A 🏆 🤩 TOM. 😢 I'm going to really miss you. You've taught us so much about the weather. Thank You & Farewell.
GBU. 🙏🏽❤🫂💐🙂👍🏾
Thank you Tom you will be missed 😊
Tom.skilling is a chicago treasure. I'm 44 and tom.has been there every step of my life
I am not in the Chicago area nor a WGN viewer but it is always sad when these classy veterans sign off for the last time.
Just go already sick of hearing about this guy . For the past year . Goodby mr. Rodgers. 1:38
Happy Retirement to you !!! Always loved your weather reports !! We used to get your channel on our cable channel in here in St Paul Minnesota ! To a cool guy happy retirement you deserve it❤❤❤❤❤!!!!
Tom Skilling IS the BEST ❤❤❤
🎉🎉🎉happy retirement tom! Thank you for the years
Chicago's version of Mr Rogers retired and its the end of an era
Good Luck, Tom! You were terrific!
I’ll never forget you Tom!
Congratulations on your retirement! I'm sure you will be very missed!
45 years , that is a lot of years.
Back in 2001 I interned at Fox News Chicago Ch. 32 with Rick DiMaio and Harry Volkman for a couple of years. Rick loved Tom and they frequently chatted on the phone despite being on rival news stations. I had an opportunity to speak with Tom Skilling on the phone once and he kept saying, "Well, I gotta go. Lots to do!", but he would keep talking. I loved it. Growing up in Chicago, I've always (like I'm sure most of you) enjoyed his forecasts in the Tribune. Happy Retirement, Tom!
cubs and skilling on wgn 🙋♂️😎
Wow..I remember when Tom first became the weather man on WGN news those 45 years ago, thanks Tom and take your well deserved rest
Salute to the GOAT of Chicago area meteorologists 🫡
Thank you Tom Skilling for 45 years of weather reporting on WGN you meant a lot to everyone in Chicago! 1978-2024
Congrats Tom,,,,Enjoy.
I love that I clicked on this out of no where and the new Chief is the guy I used to watch in Pittsbugh, lol
Enjoy your retirement Tom from Butler Wisconsin USA..