On Monday evening, Flemish broadcaster VRT said goodbye to newsreader Martine Tanghe, who is retiring after 42 years. To her surprise, Tanghe got her own newsreel and was allowed to visit King Philippe of Belgium last week.
“Thank you for being with us. I’ll miss you, keep it safe, keep it up. It’s all going to be fine,” said Tanghe, referring to the corona crisis, during presented her last edition of The news.
During an interview in the program with the Antwerp mayor Bart de Wever, the departure of the 65-year-old newsreader was discussed. De Wever, who had been interviewed many times by Tanghe over the years, said he was going to miss her. Her colleagues at the program also thanked her for all the years that she worked at the VRT.
She is referred to as the ‘mother of the news anchors’ by her employer. The newsreader is a well-known face in Flanders and was seen on television almost daily for 42 years.
Tanghe remained professional during the broadcast, but became emotional in the end when her grandson walked into the studio with flowers. Her sons and daughter were also present behind the scenes during the last broadcast.
Special journal
After the regular broadcast, Tanghe received a special ‘Martine Journal‘, which reflected on her long career. It also showed images of her visit to the king last week. “People will not forget you. You can now enjoy beautiful memories”, says Filip.
Finally, Tanghe received the Jan Wauters Grand Prize for her contribution to the Dutch language. She promised to go to her colleagues every day The news is going to look. “With a glass of wine.”
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