Willis Tower will illuminate its antennas in orange and blue on Friday night, October 9, 2026, to honor former Chicago Bears legend Mike Ditka following the announcement of his death.
The lighting will be visible from the tower’s observation deck, Skydeck Chicago, as the city pays tribute to Ditka, who played six seasons for the Bears and began his head coaching tenure in 1982.
Ditka, who passed away at age 86, was announced dead by his family and is remembered as a prominent figure in Chicago sports history.