Jerry Springer, legendary talk show host, dead at 79

Jerry Springer, the world famous host of crash TV talk show The Jerry Springer Show, has died aged 79.

A statement from his family confirmed that he passed away 'peacefully' at his home in Chicago. They said that he had been diagnosed with cancer a few months ago, with his health taking a turn for the worse this week..

Born in London, England, on February 13, 1944, and grew up in New York City. Springer began his career as a lawyer before transitioning to politics in the 1970s, serving as a member of the Cincinnati City Council and then as Mayor of Cincinnati from 1977 to 1978.

After leaving politics, Jerry Springer became a television host, first on a local Cincinnati news show and then as the host of the tabloid talk show "The Jerry Springer Show," which premiered in 1991. The show became known for its controversial and often outrageous content, featuring guests discussing topics such as infidelity, paternity tests, and fetishism. Springer's catchphrase, "Take care of yourself and each other," became a popular cultural reference.

In addition to hosting his talk show, Jerry Springer has also acted in several films and TV shows and has appeared as a contestant on various reality shows. He has also hosted a variety of other television programs, including game shows and news shows.

Despite the controversy surrounding his show, Springer has remained a popular figure in American pop culture, and his career has spanned several decades.

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