Bernard McGuirk Cause of Death

Bernard McGuirk, a legendary New York City radio host, died at the age of 64 on October 5, 2022. McGuirk died of brain cancer, triggered by prostate cancer.

Bernard McGuirk had been broadcasting in the city since 1986 and was the executive producer of the nationally syndicated show “Imus in the Morning.”

McGuirk joined WABC with Don Imus, the late radio icon, in 2007, and his “personality from day one dramatically improved the camaraderie and morale of the entire radio station,” according to a statement from the station.

A heartfelt written statement issued by WABC president Chad Lopez called McGuirk the “backbone of this entire radio station.” “He will be missed by all that knew him and listened to him, a true gentleman, he is the fabric of the morning show.”

McGuirk was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2021. McGuirk continued to work despite undergoing chemotherapy and suffering from appendicitis and pneumonia, according to WABC personality Curtis Sliwa.

Bernard McGuirk is survived by his wife, Carol, and two children, Melanie and Brendan.