Jerry Springer, the legendary talk show host and former mayor of Cincinnati, has passed away at the age of 79 due to pancreatic cancer (WLWT). Springer was one of the most influential and controversial figures in the history of TV, known for his 27 years as the host of “The Jerry Springer Show” (NBC News). Despite his public persona, Springer kept his cancer diagnosis private until his death, in contrast to the splashy revelations that often graced his show (Los Angeles Times).
The former Cincinnati news anchor and mayor came to preside over the rowdy and extremely profitable talk show, which often featured guests engaging in outrageous behavior, including fistfights and confrontations over infidelity (Variety). However, in a 2014 video clip that surfaced, Springer was seen admitting to an odd claim on “BBCNewsnight” that he did not watch his own show (Snopes).
Springer was not only a broadcaster and talk show host, but also an author, politician, journalist, actor, and lawyer (NPR). Before his talk show fame, he served as the mayor of Cincinnati, and later made unsuccessful runs for governor and the U.S. Senate (NBC News).
Springer’s cause of death was confirmed as pancreatic cancer, which was sudden and unexpected (People). The news of his passing has saddened many, with fans taking to social media to share their favorite memories of watching his show. However, his legacy, both positive and negative, will continue to be remembered in the world of television (TODAY).
