It’s with a heavy heart that I report Regis Philbin has passed away.
The legendary TV host died on Friday, July 24. His cause of death has not been released.
The Philbin family released the following statement to People:
We are deeply saddened to share that our beloved Regis Philbin passed away last night of natural causes, one month shy of his 89th birthday.
His family and friends are forever grateful for the time we got to spend with him – for his warmth, his legendary sense of humor, and his singular ability to make every day into something worth talking about. We thank his fans and admirers for their incredible support over his 60-year career and ask for privacy as we mourn his loss.
His family and friends are forever grateful for the time we got to spend with him – for his warmth, his legendary sense of humor, and his singular ability to make every day into something worth talking about.
My sincerest condolences and prayers to all who knew and loved Regis Philbin.
