Exclusive: One-On-One With Detroit TV Anchor Evrod Cassimy

DETROIT — Evrod Cassimy has been on Detroit airwaves for nine years and recently announced he’ll be departing for WDIV-TV Local 4. The morning news anchor plans to return to his hometown of Chicago with his family in November. “I’m going to miss the people here in Detroit,” said Cassimy, in a virtual interview with … Continued

Exclusive: One-On-One With Detroit TV Anchor Evrod Cassimy

DETROIT — Evrod Cassimy has been on Detroit airwaves for nine years and recently announced he’ll be departing for WDIV-TV Local 4. The morning news anchor plans to return to his hometown of Chicago with his family in November.

“I’m going to miss the people here in Detroit,” said Cassimy, in a virtual interview with Michigan Chronicle.

“I think when you know that it’s time, you know that it’s time. It’s bittersweet because it’s exciting to be able to return home, …(Detroit) will always be my second home. I’m just so grateful for my time here.”

It’s a transition for the family as well as his wife and three children who will join him on this move.

Evrod’s last day on Local 4 will be November 4th which also means the separation from his co-anchor, Rhonda Walker. Together they made for one popular morning television duo in Detroit.

“I hate that the ‘Evrondas’ are breaking up, a nickname given to them by Al Roker of NBC’s Today Show. “I’m definitely going to miss her. What you all see is definitely real and authentic.” He goes on to recall the time he first moved to Detroit and the special embrace and welcome from his co-host.

“My kids call her auntie Rhonda. We didn’t know anybody, my family lived back home in Chicago and my son was getting ready to turn one, he didn’t have any friends. We had a birthday party for him, auntie Rhonda came and bought him this stuff animal that he still plays with and now my daughter. It was the first time she had met my only child at the time and now they all call her auntie Rhonda and we’re going to miss her.”

With the release of his latest project, “The Life of James,” and upcoming and final live concert in the city, Cassimy is donating more than $40,000 to The Triangle Society, a Detroit-based non-profit that provides funding resources to support the education initiatives for Cass Tech Students in the critical areas of need including academics, athletics, and fine arts.
“It’s so important to me to continue to give back to this great city that has been so great to me and my family. I’ve always been big on education and The Triangle Society works closely with students at Cass Tech. I’m honored to use my music to support their great work.”

With his last album, “E3”, and the more than $30,000 raised with that project, Cassimy, and The Triangle Society were able to purchase new instruments, gowns, and uniforms for students within the fine arts department at Cass Tech and more.

“The Life of James” live concert fundraiser will serve as Cassimy’s public “Going Away Party,” and everyone is invited. It’s being held on November 5th at Emagine Theatre Royal Oak (200 N. Main Street) from 6-8 pm and is free to attend with registration. Cassimy will perform songs from all of his albums, including his latest project. The event is hosted by Wal-Mart Radio’s Kirby Gwen and will feature special performances by Cassimy himself, Detroit’s own Beth, and Swifty McVay from the hip-hop group D12. A private VIP after-party will follow with music by DJ Base.

“This is my last chance to say Thank You in person for allowing me into your homes for the past nine years,” said Cassimy. “I’m humbled and incredibly grateful for your love and support.”

“The Life of James” is a four-song EP featuring songs written by Cassimy and is available on November 4th, the day before the live concert fundraiser. The project celebrates his love for gospel, R&B, pop, and house music. For more information visit EvrodCassimy.com
 
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