Bob Brillante

Robert John Brillante (born February 27, 1959^{[citation needed]}) is a cable television manager and executive. A former partner in the now defunct Florida’s News Channel,^[1] he was the chief executive officer of the defunct Black News Channel.^[2]

Bob Brillante
Born	Robert John Brillante February 27, 1959

Florida’s News Channel

Florida's News Channel used virtual reality news environments with customized local scenery in each of Florida’s seven major television markets.^[3] FNC was forced off the air when Comcast canceled all broadcasts "due to lack of viewer interest."^[4]

Black News Channel

In 2003, Brillante announced plans to start the Black Television News Channel.^[5] Despite a pilot newscast begun in 2003, the network never went on the air^[6][7] until February 10th, 2020, after several postponements. Brillante left the network after only two months to "pursue other opportunities".^[8]

Personal life

Brillante is married to Dana Brillante. The couple currently resides in North Florida, maintaining a home in Tallahassee and on St. George Island.^[9]