(Pittsburgh, PA. December 11, 2025) – Pittsburgh’s Action News 4 anchor Michelle Wright has announced her plans to retire at the end of February 2026.
“Reaching this decision to step away has been bittersweet. It has been a thrill to work alongside some of the best journalists in the business and I look forward to supporting this news team as a viewer for years to come,” Wright said. “I’m grateful for my time here, but most of all I’m honored the viewers of western Pennsylvania trusted me every day to tell their stories.”
Wright joined WTAE Channel 4 in 1994 as a morning anchor. During her three decades at the station, she has led coverage for every newscast, morning to night. She has been honored with multiple awards including three regional Emmy awards.
“Michelle is a true journalist — dedicated to seeking facts, with an unshakeable delivery of breaking news stories which have impacted southwestern Pennsylvania for three decades. Pittsburghers remember her as a trusted voice for historic stories during her career like the Quecreek Mine Rescue and the September 11th terrorist attacks,” said WTAE President & General Manager Charles W. Wolfertz III. “We, and our viewers, have benefitted greatly from her steadfast commitment to keeping our community informed.”
Wright has been a staple at charity events during her career including WTAE-TV’s project Bundle Up, Komen Pittsburgh More Than Pink Walk and the National Alliance for Mental Health.
“Michelle is one of Pittsburgh’s most respected news anchors – and a driving force behind this team’s impactful work. From her efforts in the newsroom to her time as an adjunct professor at Point Park University, Michelle has shaped countless young broadcasters and left a remarkable legacy,” said WTAE News Director Baylor Long.