Longtime radio DJ Pierre Robert, a staple across the Philadelphia airwaves for almost half a century, has died. He was 70.

Robert, pronounced “Ro-Bear” was found dead at his home on Wednesday, according to his station, WMMR’s parent company Beasley Media Group.

No foul play is suspected in his death, but further details were not released.

“We all have heavy hearts today,” Beasley Media Group CEO Caroline Beasley said. “Pierre’s unwavering love for music and his deep connection with listeners made him one of radio’s most enduring and beloved voices. He will be greatly missed.”

Robert, born William Pierre Robert, was raised in California and got his start as a radio DJ on San Francisco’s KSAN rock station before heading east.

His legendary career with WMMR spanned over 44 years, begin

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