Longtime broadcaster Peter Deibler, better known to listeners as Kane, died on Friday after “a long illness,” his family’s lawyers said on Monday. He was 43 years old.
Deibler has been the host of “The Kane Show” on HOT 99.5 for years and once contributed to NBC4. His program aired in the DC area and beyond.
“Although the co-hosts came and went, Kane remained a constant and comforting voice for thousands of people driving to work, dropping the kids off at school and running errands,” said Deibler’s family lawyers in a statement.
Deibler was the father of two daughters, whom he often talked about in the air.
The radio network iHeartRadio sent its condolences.
“We are deeply saddened to share the news of Kane’s passing. Kane has been an important part of our iHeart family for many years, from his early days at WFLZ in Tampa, to his network of stations and success at HOT995 in DC and Club Kane. Please keep Kane’s family and daughters in their thoughts and prayers, ”the company said in a statement.
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