Jay Severin

Quick Facts

Full Name	Jay Severin
Occupation	Radio Personality
Date Of Birth	Jan 8, 1951(1951-01-08)
Age	73
Date Of Death	July 7, 2020, Beverly Hospital, Beverly, MA
Birthplace	Hudson Valley
Country	United States
Birth City	Hudson Valley
Horoscope	Aquarius

Jay Severin Biography

Jay Severin is one of the most popular and richest Radio Personality who was born on January 8, 1951 in Hudson Valley, Hudson Valley, United States. Severin’s mother was a writer and his father was a direct mail advertising entrepreneur. He spent at least a portion of his childhood and teen years in Poughkeepsie, New York where he founded his sixth grade civics club and school newspaper, and later graduated in the Vassar College class of 1974 and studied at Boston University.

Starting in late 1999, Severin began hosting an afternoon talk show on WTKK.

In April 2004, when a caller said United States citizens should “befriend Muslims living in the United States,” Severin replied, “the vast majority” of those Muslims “… are not loyal to the United States and are ready, when the time comes, to take over this country.” Severin added, “You think we should befriend them. I think we should kill them.” On 25 April 2004, Severin said his comments were directed at terrorists, not Muslims in general, and stated, “I certainly regret any discomfort that may have been caused by the misunderstanding of my remarks.” The Council for American Islamic Relations (CAIR) unsuccessfully called for Severin’s dismissal.

In September 2005, CBS Radio announced that Severin would host a show for select Infinity Broadcasting stations called “Jay Severin Has Issues”. Severin returned to WTKK on 9 October 2006, after nine months in syndication.

On May 17, 1997, Severin was married to Renee Melanie Klock in Sag Harbor, N.Y. They were wed in the Old Whalers First Presbyterian Church. They currently reside in Ipswich,Massachusetts.

Jay Severin Net Worth

Jay Severin is one of the richest Radio Personality from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Jay Severin 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

Severin worked in New York City for political consultant David Garth. In 1979, Severin started Severin Aviles Associates to direct strategy and produce media for Republican candidates including campaigns for the U.S. House. U.S. Senate, Governor, and President (George H.W. Bush and Pat Buchanan’s 1996 Presidential campaign).

Filling in for Gene Burns starting in October 1994, Severin began work as a talk show host on WOR, and worked there during the afternoon drive time slot until June 1996 when he was replaced by Bob Grant. Severin accepted a late- night talk show position on WRKO which lasted from April to July 1999.

In July 2004, Severin was nominated for a National Association of Broadcasters Marconi Radio Award for the Major Market Personality of the Year.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

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Who is Jay Severin Dating?

According to our records, Jay Severin married to Renee Klock. As of December 1, 2023, Jay Severin’s is not dating anyone.

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On August 7, 2012, as part of the format change to Comedy 1200 effected on August 13, Severin was dropped from the schedule. The move also affected morning talk host Jeff Katz, as well as nationally syndicated host Rush Limbaugh, who returned to WRKO.

Facts & Trivia

Jay Ranked on the list of most popular Radio Personality. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Jay Severin celebrates birthday on January 8 of every year.

Top Facts about Jay Severin

1. Jay Severin was an American talk radio host born in 1951.
2. He worked for various radio stations including WTKK and WXKS.
3. Severin won multiple awards for his work in radio broadcasting.
4. He was known for his conservative political views and controversial statements.
5. In 2011, he was fired from WTKK after making offensive comments about Mexicans.
6. Severin passed away on March 12, 2020 at the age of 68.
7. He authored a book titled “Welcome to Pottersville: The Birth of Modern Liberalism”.
8. Severin also worked as a political consultant and strategist.
9. He had a loyal following among conservative listeners in the Boston area.
10. Despite his controversies, Severin is remembered as a talented broadcaster by many in the industry.

What happened to Jay Severin?

Severin suffered a massive stroke on July 7, 2020, and died later that evening at Beverly Hospital in Beverly, Massachusetts. Severin had previously tweeted that he was battling cancer but declared on May 26 that he had seen his doctor and was “cancer free”.

Did Jay Severin pass away?

July 7, 2020