Talk show host Jerry Springer died on April 27, 2023 at his home in Chicago, Illinois. He was 79.
"Jerry’s ability to connect with people was at the heart of his success in everything he tried whether that was politics, broadcasting or just joking with people on the street who wanted a photo or a word," said Jene Galvin, a lifelong friend and spokesperson for the family. "He’s irreplaceable and his loss hurts immensely, but memories of his intellect, heart and humor will live on."
Here's a look at the TV personality's career through the years.