Howard Stern Mourns Longtime Friend & Stylist Ralph Cirella After Shocking Death At 58

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Howard Stern is reflecting on his stylist and friend’s tragic passing. During Wednesday’s episode of The Howard Stern Show, the 69-year-old broadcaster revealed some devastating news: the show’s stylist, and Stern’s “dear, dear” pal of 40 years, Ralph Cirella has passed away.

He explained Ralph had suffered from a “curable” form of lymphoma. Unfortunately, during a recent medical procedure, his “heart gave out.” Howard regretfully shared: Related: Bruce Willis’s Family ‘Soaking Up Every Moment’ As ‘Any Day Could Be His Last’ He admitted he’s been “angry” at the 58-year-old because he “didn’t take care of himself”: SO sad.

He referred to Ralph as his “family,” and credited him as the reason he met his wife, Beth Ostrosky Stern, after encouraging him to go to a party.

Watch the full clip (below): How utterly heartbreaking. It’s clear these two shared a deep bond. The official Howard Stern Show Instagram page paid tribute to Ralph on Wednesday, writing: So tragic.