Bob Rivers, a beloved Seattle radio host and Radio Hall of Famer has passed away after a long battle with cancer.
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post on Facebook titled 'No Expiration Date' from March 5, Rivers explained that doctors diagnosed him with Adenocarcinoma Stage 3 in January 2022. It quickly progressed to Stage 4. Rivers bravely reflected on mortality, explaining, 'In my case, a typical survival time would usually be measured in months. And if you're lucky, a few years.'He later said, 'Yet here I am, still kicking and checking off bucket lists on March 1, 2025.'
Rivers revealed he had 'several complications lately' but praised his care team for their support and 'truly infectious' spirit. 'I honestly forget that I have a terminal illness sometimes,' he added.
Per the Seattle Times, according to Bob's wife, Lisa Rivers, he died from 'complications of esophageal cancer.'
"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," she said.
Rivers was inducted into the Radio Hall of Fame in 2023 after becoming a staple of Seattle morning broadcasts for over 25 years. He was best known for his 'The Bob Rivers Show.' Rivers and his co-host, Peter Zipfel were also known for their 'Twisted Christmas' comedy album and various other parodies.
Tributes Are Pouring In Across Social Media For The Radio Host Icon
Tributes from friends, family, fans, and co-workers are flooding social media.
102.5 KZOK: the Classic Rock Station that hosted the Bob Rivers Show said, "Bob was a LEGEND in Seattle, where he spent 25 years on the airwaves here at 102.5 KZOK, 95.7 KJR, and KISW. He lit up every room he was in and loved nothing more than a great conversation! Sending all the love to his family and friends during this difficult time.Joe Bryant, who was a co-host on the Bob Rivers show posted on Facebook, "I'm not sure what to say. So sad, but also so happy and impressed with the way he spent his final years. Bob never slowed down and seemed to accomplish more than ever as the finish line drew nearer. He was recording songs, podcasts and boiling Maple Syrup until his final day, which is today.'
'I know he would be happy to see his passing as front page news in his adopted city and in every Radio trader and Entertainment magazine out there.'
