Bob Rivers, whose humor and voice defined Seattle mornings for more than two decades, has died after a courageous battle with cancer.

Many radio industry veterans are expressing surprise and shock, as Bob Rivers has died at the age of 68. Rivers had suffered from terminal cancer, as disclosed in a January 15, 2025 article in the Seattle Times.

Bob Rivers dominated Seattle morning radio for 25 years and was known for his irreverent humor and musical parodies.

Seattle radio icon Bob Rivers, known for his humor and storytelling, has died at age 68 after a battle with cancer.