Tony Valdez began working at KTTV Channel 11 in 1981. He had previously had stints in writing, producing, and reporting at KCET and KTLA. At the beginning of his 35 year run at KTTV, he was one of the very few faces of color on TV. Now that he is retired, he is happy to see that news reporters look more like the people watching at home. Valdez is the recipient of multiple Emmy, Golden Mike, and LA Press Club awards.