Jerry Springer dies: How long was he mayor in Cincinnati? Did he still live here?
Jerry Springer, the famous talk show host, died Thursday at his home after a brief illness, according to his family. He was 79.
Before becoming the lead man on hit shows like "The Jerry Springer Show" and "Judge Jerry," Springer spent years working in politics in Cincinnati. He was even an unsuccessful candidate in the Democratic Party primary for governor of Ohio in 1982.
Here's what to know about the former politician and TV personality.
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How did Jerry Springer die?
Springer died after a brief illness, according to his family. According to WLWT, he had been diagnosed with cancer, per a family spokesperson.
How long was Jerry Springer the mayor of Cincinnati?
Springer was mayor of Cincinnati for one year in 1977 and 1978 and served on City Council throughout most of the 1970s and early 1980s.
What happened with the Jerry Springer prostitution scandal?
In 1974, Springer resigned from his position on City Council after he paid for prostitutes with two personal checks in December 1973 and January 1974. However, he made one of the biggest political comebacks in Cincinnati history in 1975, winning back his seat on council. His sincere and direct television ads directly addressing the issue were credited for the win.
Did Jerry Springer still live in Cincinnati?
Springer died at his home in the Chicago area.
How long did 'The Jerry Springer Show' run?
According to IMDb, "The Jerry Springer Show" ran from 1991 to 2018.
What was Jerry Springer's movie?
Springer starred in the movie "Ringmaster" in 1998. It was about a talk show host managing backstage chaos. Jaime Pressly also starred in it.
How long did 'Judge Jerry' air?
After his extensive success on "The Jerry Springer Show," Springer starred in "Judge Jerry," a series similar to other court shows like "Judge Judy," starting in 2019. It was canceled in March 2022.
What was Jerry Springer's full name?
Jerry Springer's full name was Gerald Norman Springer.
Who was Jerry Springer's wife?
According to CBS News, Springer and Micki Velton married in 1973. They divorced in 1994.
How many kids did Jerry Springer have?
Springer and Velton shared one child, Katie Springer. She was born in 1976.
Did Jerry Springer ever win an Emmy?
Springer was a reporter and political commentator for WLWT-TV in Cincinnati during the 1980s and 1990s. According to Us Weekly, he earned 10 local Emmy awards during his career.
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Jerry Springer appeared on 'The Masked Singer' with Kat Graham last year
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