A legend has passed away. There are new reports that say Regis Philbin has died at the age of 88 and just one month before his 89th birthday. The television icon died of natural causes, according to his family. Here’s what you need to know.
Regis was best known for his hosting duties on Live! With Regis and Kelly and Who Wants to Be A Millionaire. Philbin’s question to contestants, “Is that your final answer?” became a national catchphrase.
Regis’ family shared a statement with People Magazine that said, “We are deeply saddened to share that our beloved Regis Philbin passed away last night of natural causes, one month shy of his 89th birthday.”
Television Talk Show Legend Regis Philbin Dead At 88
The Philbin family added, “His family and friends are forever grateful for the time we got to spend with him — for his warmth, his legendary sense of humor, and his singular ability to make every day into something worth talking about. We thank his fans and admirers for their incredible support over his 60-year career and ask for privacy as we mourn his loss.”
A New York native, Regis Francis Xavier Philbin was born on August 25, 1931. He was named after his father’s alma mater, Manhattan’s Regis High School. Philbin graduated from Cardinal Hayes High School in the Bronx before going on to Notre Dame, where he majored in sociology. After college, Philbin joined the U.S. Navy.
Philbin got his television start as co-host of popular ABC morning show “Live! with Regis and Kathie Lee” alongside Kathie Lee Gifford.” After 15 years, Gifford parted ways with the show, but she and the talk icon still remained good friends. Philbin was survived by his wife of 50 years, Joy Philbin, and four children.
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