'Imus in the Morning' legend Bernard McGuirk dead at 64

Radio legend Bernard McGuirk died on Wednesday at the age of 64 following a battle with prostate cancer, WABC announced.  McGuirk, a longtime executive longtime producer and personality for late icon Don Imus’ famed "Imus in the Morning," was most recently the co-host of WABC’s "Bernie & Sid in the Morning" alongside Sid Rosenberg.  Red Apple Media president Chad Lopez announced McGurk’s passing Friday morning with a touching statement about the man who moved with Imus to WABC in 2007 and has been on the air in New York City since 1986.  "It is with profound sadness that I must share this news with you. Bernard McGuirk, husband, father and our friend passed away yesterday, Oct.

5, in the company of his family. Bernie courageously battled cancer for all to see and hear, in a manner that was inspiring to all of us," Lopez said.

Radio legend Bernard McGuirk died Wednesday at the age of 64 following a battle with prostate cancer. (WABC) "Bernie loved radio and shared his life with the listeners of New York City since 1986 when he joined the many voices on New York City’s airwaves.

He entertained millions across the country working with ‘Imus in the Morning,’ making you laugh one moment and making you think the next," Lopez continued. "In 2007, Bernie came with Imus to broadcast here at WABC. His personality from day one dramatically improved the camaraderie and morale of the entire radio station; his comedy – impressive, his professionalism – immeasurable and his character – without peer." Lopez noted McGuirk succeeded once again when "Bernie & Sid in the Morning" became the station’s flagship morning show in 2018 and in 2022 became the No.