Jerry Springer, America’s talk show host and former mayor of Cincinnati, dies at 79

Jerry Springer, America's talk show host and former mayor of Cincinnati, passed away on Thursday, according to a statement from his family. He was 79.

Springer was an American television host, actor, and former politician. He was best known for hosting 'The Jerry Springer Show,' a daytime talk show that became known for its controversial and often sensational topics, including confrontations between guests, infidelity, and unusual relationships. The show aired from 1991 to 2018, and was syndicated in many countries around the world.

Springer was born on February 13, 1944, in London, England, but grew up in New York City. He graduated from Tulane University in 1965 and earned a law degree from Northwestern University in 1968. He practiced law for several years before entering politics, serving as a councilman and mayor of Cincinnati, Ohio in the 1970s.

After leaving politics, Springer turned to television, hosting a local news program and later 'The Jerry Springer Show'. He has also appeared in several films and television shows, including "Ringmaster" and "America's Got Talent." In recent years, Springer has been involved in politics again, supporting Democratic candidates and causes.