Seattle Radio Host Bob Rivers Passes Away at 68
In this article, we will delve into the details of Bob Rivers' death.
Bob Rivers, a well-known Seattle radio host, has reportedly passed away at the age of 68 due to complications from esophageal cancer. His wife, Lisa Rivers, confirmed his passing. She said, 'I have everything that Bob's done and that we've done together to be grateful for. I will miss him tremendously but I can push play on his voice and our memories will live on.' (via The Seattle Times)
Rivers had a significant presence in the Seattle radio industry for over 25 years, famously known for The Bob Rivers Show and his popular Twisted Tunes parodies. Having grown up in Connecticut, it seems Rivers discovered his passion for radio at an early age. He was already working professionally in broadcasting by the time he turned 16. His career took him from Boston and Baltimore to Seattle in 1989, where he became a morning radio favorite. In 2023, he was inducted into the Radio Hall of Fame.
After leaving the radio industry professionally in 2014, Rivers moved to Vermont and pursued maple syrup farming and podcasting there. Despite a cancer diagnosis a few years ago, he remained active, attending concerts, creating music, and working on film projects. His final collaboration was with his son Keith Rivers, producing a video for one of his Twisted Tunes classic parodies.
Rivers is survived by his wife Lisa, their children, and grandchildren. A private memorial service will soon take place in New Hampshire, while a public memorial will be planned in Seattle later.
Originally reported by Disheeta Maheshwari on ComingSoon.
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