Fred Cantu

Broadcast Journalist

Media Personality

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Voice of Experience

Fred Cantu aka Uncle Fred retired from broadcasting in 2025 after 53 years on-the-air on radio, TV and digital  media.  A tech-savvy, versatile, award-winning journalist, a calming force in the newsroom, good with math and small children and fun to have  around.

About Fred

Five-Time Winner of Best TV Anchor (@auschron poll)
1st Place Texas AP Award for Best TV Feature Light
Nominated to Texas Radio Hall of Fame
Honored by Texas Assoc. of Broadcasters for Exemplary Service
Award of Excellence from Austin's Mexican American Cultural Center
Mayor proclaims March 31, 2025 as Fred Cantu Day in Austin

Fred Cantu, aka Uncle Fred, was a fixture on Austin airwaves on both radio and TV from 1980 to 2025.  Fred is a Valley boy, born and raised in Brownsville, Texas.  He's a UT graduate and a notorious gadget head. Hobbies include DIY projects, home electronics, foreign television, travel and Traditional Pop standards.


Fred retired in 2025 to devote his full time to his wife of more than 50 years and their two children and five grandchildren.

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