WXYZ: TV news talent, anchor, and reporter from1972-2000 on Channel Seven, Detroit.  Feature reporter at WGPR-FM, 107.5

Died: June 7, 2024

Doris Bisco

Doris doing one of thousands of interviews while at WXYZ-TV, Detroit.  Photo used with Doris’ permission.  Read more about blacks who helped to define radio [TV] in Detroit by reading Ken Coleman’s book, “Soul On Air” available at  www.onthisdaydetroit.com

Doris Biscoe
Doris at the office
Dors Biscoe
Doris Biscoe in National Geographic


Doris Biscoe with Jac LeGoff and John Kelly – Doris Biscoe, one of the most gracious reporters and anchors, finishes up a story about an alternative milk product, but the other anchors, Jac LeGoff and John Kelly have a surprise for the viewers.

Doris Biscoe
WXYZ Public Press Photo Doris Biscoe – Circa 1981-82
Doris Biscoe - Original WXYZ Newsroom
Doris Biscoe in the Original WXYZ Newsroom – Second Floor above the transmitter room
Doris Bisco
WXYZ Public Press Photo Doris Bisco – Circa 1996
Doris Biscoe - Always a pleasant smith
Doris Biscoe – Always a pleasant smile
Doris Biscoe
WXYZ Public Press Photo Doris Biscoe – Circa 1981
Again, Doris Biscoe, always with a pleasant smile
Again, Doris Biscoe, always with a pleasant smile
Doris Biscoe
WXYZ Public Press Photo Doris Biscoe – Circa 1984
Doris Bisco
Doris Biscoe – A Detroit Icon
Doris Biscoe Communications
Doris Biscoe Communications – After retirement, Doris grew her own media company with Doris Biscoe, Teresa Tomeo, Bill Proctor and Joseph Krause.

References:

  • The Detroit Free Press, June 10, 2024 – Former WXYZ Anchor Dies (PDF)
  • WXYZ.com – Doris Biscoe, pioneering former WXYZ anchorwoman, dies at 77 – The broadcasting icon reported and anchored at Channel 7 for over 25 years
  • Facebook
  • Last known addresses: Clarkston, MI; Suitland, MD
  • Tidbit: Doris “played” a news reporter in The Rosary Murders; portions filmed in Detroit.

Comments

4 responses to “Biscoe-Bailey, Doris”

  1. I was one of the photographers at the Michigan Emmys where Doris Biscoe and Robert Urich co host.

    I have some photos from the event and would like to share with her.

    1. Terry Pochert Avatar
      Terry Pochert

      We have passed along your comment to Doris along with your email.

  2. Stephen Pazarena Avatar
    Stephen Pazarena

    Have a question for Ms. Biscoe -Bailey, in 1974 (I was 10 going on 11) there was a shooting on the northeast side of the city (six mile & gratiot) where 2 police officers were killed and two others injured. This took place on Mayfield 5 houses from where I lived. I believe Ms. Biscoe reported from my front lawn. I have contacted Channel 7 for footage but they say it’s not archived. I was wondering if Ms. Biscoe recalls this and if in fact it was her? I have the Detroit News/Free Press reports. Thanks very much for your time.

  3. Reggie Bassett Avatar
    Reggie Bassett

    Doris used to get her hair done at a salon on greenfield rd in southfield mi. Can you tell me the name of the salon?

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