Where's Tom Kenny?

We've gotten phone calls, emails, and stopped at the grocery store with this very question.  We appreciate your patience and concern. 

Tom Kenny has been on medical leave since mid-June. Tom had knee surgery several weeks ago.  Unfortunately he had some complications, and had to spend some time in the hospital, but now he is recovering at home.  We check in with Tom frequently, and we know he misses being here with us and all of you.

Many of you have called or e-mailed wanting to know when Tom will be back on the air. We thank you for your concern and we're letting him know he is missed.  Right now we're still waiting for Tom to fully heal and get back to full strength.  We hope to welcome him back to work soon.

Feel free to add your get well wishes in the comment section of this story.  We'll make sure Tom knows you miss him.

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written by Betty , October 11, 2008
While flipping through channels last evening for the 11 PM news I saw Tom Kenny and suddenly knew that was the news report I wanted to watch. It was such a joy to see Tom doing the news and he did a wonderful job last evening. I will be looking forward to seeing him each night at 11. Tom, I trust you are healing completely and will very soon be back to your post. May the Lord Bless and Keep you in His tender loving care.
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written by Barbara Smith , October 10, 2008
I am so glad that Tom is back. I only wish he were back on the morning show, as he was a good reason to get up at 5AM. I love your sense of humor Tom. Kristi and Mary did a great job, but without you, the show is really lacking. I have seen you on the noon news, but 30 min. is not enough. Stay well, God Bless you!
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written by cindy crim , October 09, 2008
i am so glad that you are back. hope things are going great. keep up the good work. and tell nacny congratulations on her award.
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written by Sheri Meade , October 08, 2008
Thanks Kristi for forwarding my blog onto Tom. He emailed me and I was so excited to get an answer from him! But I really hate to hear all that he has been through. I am a Christian, and I will be praying for his full recovery. Hope to see you soon, Tom, once again on Good Morning Kentucky. It's not the same without you.

Get well soon,
Sheri
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written by Reta Stinnett , October 08, 2008
Hi Tom,
My schedule has changed and I haven't watched the news lately but when I did, I noticed you were absent. I hope this finds you recovering and on your way back to being well. It's always good to let people know that their presence is missed.
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written by Steve Nathan , October 07, 2008
Hey Tom, just dropping in to say hello, we miss you, hope you are well and getting better, etc. .... Just got back from Talladega .... FINALLY got to see SMOKE win in the Camry .... and they still tried to take it away from him!

See you in the mornings soon, take care -
Steve in Frankfort
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written by Sheri Meade , October 07, 2008
I just moved here in August 2007. I started watching channel 36 news every morning and I really liked the personalities of Tom, Christy and Mary. Then all of a sudden Tom just.....disappeared! I know you have said he has had knee surgery and he will return. But, is he really ok? And please tell on the 5:00 a.m. news when he thinks he will be back. This is freaking me out in a way. I guess you just get used to certain people, and those three were part of my morning routine. Email me, something to give a more detailed answer about "Tom" the missing anchor man.
Very concerned,
One of Tom's fans
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written by Joyce Walker , October 05, 2008
WELCOME BACK TOM, you've been missed. I'm happy you've recovered from your scarey ordeal and could return work. So glad to see you in commercials and newscasts once again. I hope you won't suffer any permanent damage from the infection.
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written by Jarrod and Donny Mt.Vernon, Ky. , September 20, 2008
We miss Tom Kenny's witty humor with Mary, and Christy! Is Tom coming back to morning news? Is he okay? I love the 36 morning news crew at 05:00 a.m. I just don't know how much more of Chris Deitz I can take. The pirate terminology explanations on Friday morning almost made us turn off the break room tv. We need Tom Kenny to get well and get his goofy news back on the air! WE NEED YOU BACK TOM!!!!!! Get well soon!!
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written by Sharon in Kentucky , September 17, 2008
I among many was wondering where Tom was, I'm sorry that he hasnt been feeling well but I am now glad he is on the road to recovery
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written by Donny & Jarrod in Mt. Vernon , September 15, 2008
Come back Tom Kenny !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! We Miss watching you while we are on break at work:-)
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written by Bryan W. , September 14, 2008
Lets see more of Kelly Wilson Please!
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written by Bryan W. , September 14, 2008
I would like to see more of Kelly Wilson.Miss watching her on FOX and 27 recently found her on 36 and have been watching 36 news ever since.She has alot of fans in Lex. area.I think she is on fire!
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written by mary , September 14, 2008
Tom, sorry to here about you surgery. hope all will be well soon God Speed to your healing. We love to see you on in the mornings i feel like your family. hope to see ya soon back on the screen. God bless you and your family we are praying for you.
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written by Sandra W. Young , September 12, 2008
Our prayers are with you and your family. We know God will restore you to complete recovery. We look forward to you seeing you back broadcasting the news.
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written by Brent , September 02, 2008
Hello Tom, I watched the noon newscast today 9-2 and I was so happy to see that you are back. Hope things are going well for you!! I am sure you have been keeping up with NASCAR and cheering on the Hendrick "boys". I am glad to see Jimmie Johnson win Saturday night. Can't wait to see your NASCAR blog!! Good luck on getting better soon!!! Look forward to seeing you again soon!
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written by Monica & Ron Kercheval , September 02, 2008
Tom, we are so glad you are feeling better and back on TV. We have missed you!!!
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written by Mary , August 24, 2008
Time's up. Get back to work. Grab a wheelchair and shuffle your way back to work. After all, that is why those contraptions were invented, right? Take care. Good luck.
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written by Crystal Caudill , August 21, 2008
Tom,we are praying for you.Hope to see you soon!!
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written by Speedy Sparks , August 21, 2008
Hey Tom,
Hope you are much better and we think you should be the evening ANCHORMAN on the evening news. ASAP!!!!!!!!! You are a better announcer than anyone WTVQ, LEX 18 or cbs has ever had. GOOD LUCK!! Push for #1 Spot; you are worthy of it and have earned it no question about it.
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written by Carole , August 19, 2008
Tom - Sorry to hear you had complications with your knee surgery. Wish I had known you were going to go under the knife for knee surgery - the best orthepedic surgeon in Lex is Dr. Parr. You would never have gotten any complications from his surgery. I know from personal experience. What has happened to our car #24? This is not like Jeff. Nascar is becoming boring with Kyle Busch or Carl Edwards every week - maybe it's because they are 2 of my least favorite. If Jeff, Jimmie or Dale can't win - I'm not a happy camper.
Hope you're back on the air soon - best of luck in a full recovery.
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written by FREEDOM DODGE SERVICE DEPT , August 15, 2008
THE GIRLS IN FREEDOM DODGE WISH YOU WELL AND HOPE TO SEE YOU AGAIN SOON. WE MISS YOUR SMILING FACE ON THE MORNING
NEWS

MARY JO,AMANDA, AND DONNA
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written by Ruth Webster , August 13, 2008
Tom, I am Alyce Casey's sister so I have been keeping up with your health issues through her and I have kept you in my prayers every day. I know God has blessed you in bringing you through all of your trials and he will continue to bless you and your family. I have really missed seeing you on the air but I am so thankful God is healing you. Take care and may God bless,   Ruth Webster
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written by Sherry , August 13, 2008
Dear Tom:
My husband's nephew had very similar complications from a routine knee surgery recently so we understand what you are going through. Our continued thoughts and prayers are with you for a speedy recovery. You are the highlight of GMK and we miss you on the air!
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written by Richard Essex , August 12, 2008
Tom....The Essex family has you and your family in our prayers..Get well soon...
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written by Cheryl , August 12, 2008
With sincere concern, mixed with natural curiosity, please give us an update on Tom! When can we expect to see his smiling face back on GMA? He is greatly missed! Thank you.
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written by kathy wilder , August 07, 2008
I watch wtvq everyday. Hope you are back soon. Miss seeing you as part of the team!
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written by Philip Fulmer , August 06, 2008
TK,

Get well soon. We need you ready for FIGHT SONG FRIDAY which is quickly approaching.
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written by Ray and Rheba Sims , August 02, 2008
We watch you every day, and miss seeing you. Hurry and get well.
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written by Michelle , August 02, 2008
I really miss your sense of humor in the morning!! Hurry and get well soon!
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written by Jeannette , August 01, 2008
Just wanted to tell you how much we miss you and hope you can return to GMK and the Noon News soon. It's just not the same without you. Take care and look forward to seeing you soon. You are missed.
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written by Charles Parrish , July 30, 2008
Get well soon. As a guy who had to recover from a surgery 2 years back, it takes time and patience when things don't go as fast as we think it should. Will keep You,Nancy and kids,in my thoughts and prayers.
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written by Dixie Snapp , July 30, 2008
Tom Kenny

My husband and I miss seeing you on GMK and hope you are improving everyday. Hope to see you again soon. Dixie/Buddy

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written by The Leonard Ffamily , July 30, 2008
Get well soon; pace yourself so you won't face further complications. You are in our daily thoughts and prayers.
Mary
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written by Nancy Hager , July 30, 2008
Tom,
I just wanted to say I miss you on GMK also, your humor is like my brothers' & totally cracks me up. Get better soon & I look forward to seeing you again in the mornings! Nancy/Frankfort
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written by Nancy Bickford , July 26, 2008
Hey, Tom, you get well and come back to work, you hear? We all miss you! I'm the "Nancy" that Kristie Runyon always asks if I'm your wife when I call in to answer the Question of the Day! LOL! Seriously, though, heal well and quickly. Knee surgery can't be fun.
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written by Lavinia Smith , July 24, 2008
Hey Tom we miss you,My son had knee surgery, He was in his 12th grade and it took him a while to get back on his feet to,,you take care,he had his about 3yrs ago and hes 21 now,
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written by Brent , July 24, 2008
Tom, we miss seeing you on GMK everymorning. I hope and pray that your knee is healing and you will be back to your normal self soon!! Hopefully Jeff Gordon can win another time at the Brickyard for you!! I also miss reading you NASCAR blogs too!! Keep the faith and May God Bless you always. Look forward seeing you back in action soon.
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written by LARRY HARNEY , July 23, 2008
WE MISS WATCHING YOU ON TVQ. YOU BRING HUMOR AND PROFESSIONALISM TO THE NEWS PROFESSIO.
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written by Gina Wicker , July 22, 2008
Tom,
Eventhough you had complications from your knee surgery, glad to know it is nothing more serious. It's alarming when you tune in to see your morning crew and they just say your off. Then after several weeks that you are on medical leave with no explanation. Good luck with your recovery and therapy. Hope all will be well your convalescence.
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written by Danielle , July 21, 2008
Hey Tom I miss seeing you on there with Kristie and Mary. Your personality always cracked me up working with those two.. It just isn't the same without you.. I hope you recover from your surgery soon. No operation is fun that is for sure... I am keeping you and your family in my heart and prayers. Hang in there..

Sincerely Danielle
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written by cindu , July 20, 2008
hope that you get better soon and come back to work. we miss you. take care of yourself and get back fast.
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written by libby , July 20, 2008
Well i was wondering too where tom was ... figured maybe he was out due to heath reasons.. i want to wish tom a speedy recovery..been missing your nascar blog..BEST WISHES FOR A SPPEDY RECOVERY TOM.. will keep ya in my prayers...Libby Ramsey..
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written by Jana Smith , July 18, 2008
Sure do miss you and hope you get better soon. Take care and come back when you are feeling good.
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written by Paula Moore Woolums , July 18, 2008
Nancy performed with my neice Alyssa a few weeks ago in Lawrenceburg and she asked up to pray for you, you will continue to be in our pryers, I myself had knee surgery a few years ago, it's a long process without complications, listen to the doctors and pace yourself, your seat will be there when your body is ready for you to come back....We look forward to you coming back when it's time.
Paula M. Woolums
in Frankfort
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written by Johnny Robbins @ family , July 18, 2008
We share our prayers with you for a good, complete recovery. As my wife just had knee srugery also, we feel your
wants to be healed. We also wantyou to be able to get back to your Vets. You do an honorable job both with the news and with the vets. We miss you and pray to see you again soon. You are "dedicated, determined, and dependable." We know you are hanging in there to rejoin us all.
Johnny Robbins, USMC (Richmond, Ky)
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written by Molly Hisel , July 18, 2008
Hi Tom,
I was wondering where you was and could not understand that the station did not tell the public about you now I am really glad to hear about your knee surgery and that you are doing much better sure hope that you will be back very soon in full health. Take care and do what the rs. says (ha ha). And another thing I will really miss Brad James. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

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written by sheri , July 18, 2008
Hey Tom, hope your recovery is coming along. I miss you in the mornings!! You are a hoot, and your screen presence is fantastic, but hold your coffee mug different, my hubby picks on that ONE LITTLE THING! Otherwise, GO TOM!!!
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written by Misha , July 18, 2008
A speedy recovery to you, Tom!!! Feel better soon!!!
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written by Cheryl , July 17, 2008
Dear Tom,
I'm very sorry you had complications from your surgery -- surgery is bad enough, but it's awful when something goes wrong! I hope that you recover quickly and are back at work. We miss your smiling face each morning, and especially all your corny jokes! (-_-) Since we watch WTVQ each morning and evening, you all are like our family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We hope that you are getting better each day and will be back on the air soon!
Sincerely, Cheryl
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written by Helen McCord , July 17, 2008
We have been wondering where Tom has been.I wish him the best of luck. My husband has had two knee replacement surgeries in the past three years. I had a knee replacement surgery about 6 years ago and am getting to have my right knee replaced in October. We enjoy seeing Tom, Kristi, Mary and all of the TVQ gang. Our prayers and best wishes go out to Tom. My God Bless Him and his family. Helen McCord

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