'We can confirm Frank is taking time away from the desk to focus on his health and we welcome his return when he is ready.'įrank Somerville has been a fixture in the Bay Area news scene for two decades. Frank Somerville health updateĪlthough the anchor hasn’t addressed his health concerns personally, a spokesperson for Fox told Mercury News that Frank will be taking a break to focus on his health. For June 2nd’s 6 o’clock broadcast, anchor Heather Holmes took over the show with Andre Senior announcing that both Frank and Julie were off that day. Amber Eikel, KTVU News Director, has allegedly asked Frank to take some time off. He further allegedly assured Lieberman that he had not been drinking and had mistakenly taken Ambien before his broadcast. He said that it was because of a mistake with his prescription medication. He went on to reveal the reason behind his slurred speech. On May 31, Frank did speak to local media commentator Rich Lieberman and assured him that he would be back on the air that night. Fans of the anchor have been patiently waiting for an update on Frank Somerville’s health and well being.
