We regret to inform you of the sudden death of Dax Tejera, chief producer of “This Week with George Stephanopoulos,” on ABC News. He died at the age of 37 on December 23 from a heart attack.
In a heartfelt message to staff, ABC News President Kim Godwin wrote with “a heavy heart and deep sadness”. She further portrayed Dax as having an abundance of energy and passion for his work and deeply loving his daughters.
His presence will be truly missed by everyone who was fortunate enough to have known him.
Godwin extended their deepest sympathies to the Tejera family during this challenging time. The passing of Tejera has been a profound sorrow for his wife Veronica and two young daughters especially.
An outpouring of love and sympathy has been expressed by Tejera’s family, friends, and followers through messages of condolences. They are also convening at their home to support Veronica and her daughters in their grief.
Even though he was taken away too soon, his memories will remain intact in the hearts of his loved ones. It was made known that he passed away due to unforeseen circumstances after his untimely death.
His life may have ended prematurely but he left behind priceless memories that will be cherished forever.
Regarding Dax Tejera
Tejera was a prolific Television producer who gained much fame during his lifetime.
In 2017, he started working with the American Broadcasting Company (ABC) and went on to produce remote-anchored broadcasts nationwide as well as coverage of important summits between former President Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin.
With Tejera’s appointment as chief producer of This Week in 2020, the program exceeded all Sunday shows in its demographic ratings for adults 25–54.
He differentiated himself from other producers by taking the show’s hosts out into the field, which diverted attention from the usual focus on Beltway politics.
His resume also includes newsmaker interviews and reporting on Covid, the 2020 presidential race, and even coverage of the attack on US Capitol Hill on January 6th.
He previously worked as a producer at MSNBC and HBO on the film Hate Rising.
Tributes
The media community sent Tejera and his family an outpouring of condolences. Tejera left behind two daughters and a wife. Tejera’s colleagues used social media to express their sorrow and honor the admired newsman after his untimely death.
Heartbroken to learn that my friend @DaxTejera, the chief producer of @ThisWeekABC, died from a heart attack. I first met Dax 15 years ago when he worked for me at the @TODAYshow. He accomplished so much since then. His wife Veronica and daughters are in my thoughts tonight. pic.twitter.com/KJOhOS8vZr
— Javi Morgado (@javimorgado) December 24, 2022
Such a heartbreaking day for all of us at @abcnews Dax Tejera was not only the brightest – most compassionate – chief producer I’ve ever worked with, he was also a dear friend. On this Christmas Day, my thoughts are with his wife, Veronica and his two baby daughters. pic.twitter.com/HXFKrfaZXE
— John Quiñones (@JohnQABC) December 25, 2022
I asked my husband this am, How many 37 yrs old have you seen die of a heart attack in 25 yrs as a cardiologist? He said “ none”. It’s important to Pay attention to the n of 1 before you become the 1. ABC News’ ‘This Week’ producer Dax Tejera dead at 37 https://t.co/Q3EIOovYv4
— sabine hazan md (@SabinehazanMD) December 25, 2022
