COLUMBUS, Ohio – 10TV (WBNS-TV) and NBC4 (WCMH-TV) and ABC6 (WSYX) are coming together to honor the life of Chris Bradley. All 3 broadcasters are partnering with Be The Match to air a special raising awareness for bone marrow donation and remembering friend and colleague Chris Bradley.

On Monday, December 10, 10TV, NBC4, and ABC6 will air “Standing with Chris” an evening of programming promoting the importance of bone marrow donation and show Central Ohio viewers how they can help save lives.

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“Chris Bradley was an inspiration to all of Central Ohio in sickness and in health. He and his family have braved twenty-one months of battling acute myeloid leukemia, a terribly aggressive illness and yet his courageous journey has touched us all,” said John Cardenas, President and General Manager of WBNS-10TV. “Chris continued to teach us that in spite all of our many differences there is good in all of us when we come together as one which is a very powerful message.”

“Chris was not just a great meteorologist and competitor, he was also a kind, caring human being who dedicated his life to make Central Ohio a better place to live, work and play for all,” said Ken Freedman, NBC4 vice president and general manager. “The courage and bravery he displayed during his personal battle was a testament to his character; his outspoken leadership in supporting cancer awareness and organizations like Be The Match speaks volumes about his desire to continue helping others. Speaking on behalf of the women and men of NBC4, we’re proud to stand with Chris and raise awareness of this important message. We wish his family peace and love at this difficult time.”

“Chris will always be a beloved member of the ABC 6 News family, he will forever mean a lot to us and the central Ohio community”, said Tony D’Angelo, General Manager of ABC 6, FOX 28, and the CW Columbus. “All of us at ABC 6 are proud to stand with Chris and continue his fight to help others who are fighting their own personal battle with cancer.”

Remembering Chris Bradley:

• A proud leader in the LGBTQ community
• Caregivers call him gracious and grateful, even through illness
• Until the end, a man of faith
• A look at his career and community service
• The love for his family and his home
• Worthington rallied behind him after his diagnosis
• Columbus Blue Jackets honor Chris before game
• Columbus Gay Men's Chorus dedicates song to Chris and family