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It looks like someone added a tip to Rush Limbaugh’s contributions to the radio on his death certificate.
When obtaining the document, TMZ reports that the occupation of the conservative broadcaster is listed as “the greatest radio announcer of all time”. Limbaugh’s wife, Kathryn, is registered as the person who provided the information for the certificate.
Limbaugh passed away in February, with his death announced on his right-wing radio show by Kathryn, who explained that he died of complications from lung cancer. He was a longtime supporter and friend of President Donald Trump, who gave Limbaugh the Presidential Medal of Freedom last year for his achievements on the radio.
“For more than 32 years, Rush has loved you, your loyal audience, and always waited for every show,” said Kathryn during her ad on the air. “It is with deep sadness that I must share with you directly that our beloved Rush, my wonderful husband, passed away this morning due to complications from lung cancer. As many of you know, losing a loved one is terribly difficult, especially when that loved one is bigger than life. “
The Rush Limbaugh Show it was distributed nationally in 1988 and his career also covered a series of TV appearances and several books that would have helped to shape the Republican Party today. Although he was loved by his conservative allies, he was a controversial figure, with his views on race, women, sexual consent, climate change and LGBTQ + issues widely denounced.
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