Les Trent Retires After 26 Years With Inside Edition

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Veteran correspondent Les Trent is retiring after a 26-year career with Inside Edition, where he became one of the program’s most recognizable reporters.

A long career in broadcast journalism

During his tenure, Les Trent:

• Reported on major national and breaking news stories

• Covered high-profile criminal and human-interest cases

• Helped bring in-depth reporting into viewers’ homes

• Built a reputation for calm, approachable storytelling

Deep connection to Buffalo

The tribute highlighted his personal connection to his hometown of Buffalo, especially during difficult moments, including:

• Coverage of a mass shooting at a supermarket in Buffalo

• Community impact reporting during times of tragedy

• Recognition from local leaders, including a public thank-you from the mayor

Remembered by colleagues

Inside Edition staff praised Les Trent for:

• His professionalism and consistency

• His ability to connect with sources and subjects

• His warmth in difficult interviews

• His decades of dedicated journalism

Bottom line

After 26 years at Inside Edition, Les Trent is retiring, leaving behind a legacy of impactful reporting, trusted storytelling, and a career marked by major news coverage and strong community connection, especially in Buffalo.