In a touching tribute to his late father, Colby Rubin, the 16-year-old son of renowned entertainment journalist Sam Rubin, took his seat on May 13 to address a live audience who had grown accustomed to seeing his father's face on their television screens.

Amidst the outpouring of support from both well-known Hollywood figures and strangers from around the world, Colby expressed his gratitude and shared his surreal experience of receiving condolences from people he never even knew. Reflecting on a recent trip with his dad, Colby described the encounter with individuals from a different country expressing their condolences, creating a sense of reunion for him.

Acknowledging their playful banter, Colby admitted that he would often tease his father that "no one knows who you are." However, he now realizes the profound impact his father had on the entertainment industry, with an online footprint spanning over three decades. Colby finds solace in knowing that he will always have a place to turn to when he wants to feel close to his father.

Continuing his heartfelt tribute, Colby began reading a letter he had written for his father after his passing. He expressed disbelief over his father's departure, lamenting the fact that they would never share simple moments like his dad picking him up from school or going biking together. Colby's emotions were palpable as he tearfully expressed how much he loved his dad and the immense void his absence has created in his life.

Colby praised his father's kindness and described him as the "light in every room." The teenager reminisced about how Sam Rubin never missed an event or a significant moment in his life, imparting valuable life lessons in their 16 years together.

Expressing his remorse for not being able to tell his father how much he idolized him and how he was his hero, Colby apologized for the missed opportunities. The KTLA news organization, where Sam Rubin was a staple, reported that he was known as a "family man" and that his role as a father to his four children was even more significant than his role as Los Angeles' leading entertainment correspondent.

Sam Rubin passed away on May 10 at the age of 64 after going into cardiac arrest while at home. His untimely departure has left a void not just in the entertainment industry but also in the hearts of his beloved family, particularly his four children, who were his pride and joy.

Colby's touching tribute stands as a testament to the profound impact Sam Rubin had on his family and the industry as a whole. As the younger Rubin takes his father's place, the legacy of kindness and dedication that Sam left behind will continue to be cherished and remembered by all whose lives he touched.