RIP Jerry

Gerald Norman Springer, known affectionately as "Jerry" by his family, friends, and fans, passed away on April 27th, 2023 due to complications from pancreatic cancer. His passing was a great loss to the world of media, where he was a prominent figure known for his quick wit and liberal political views.

Jerry Springer was a former mayor of Cincinnati, Ohio, and a television host. Born in London, England in 1944, he grew up in New York City and later studied at Tulane University in New Orleans and Northwestern University in Chicago. After practicing law in Cincinnati, he entered politics and was elected to the city council in 1971. He served one term before being elected mayor in 1977.

Despite unsuccessful runs for governor of Ohio in 1982 and the U.S. Senate in 2000, Springer remains a prominent figure in American media. He began hosting a talk show in 1991 that became a cultural phenomenon, known for its controversial and sensational topics. Despite criticism, the show became a ratings success and ran for 27 seasons. Springer was known for his quick wit, liberal political views, and advocacy for progressive causes.

He was a trailblazer for reality TV, and his contributions to the genre paved the way for networks like Zeus, Now That's TV, and VH1 to host the programming they do today. Without his pioneering spirit, the landscape of television would be vastly different today.

Rest In Peace
Gerald Norman Springer
February 13, 1944 - April 27th, 2023