“Legacy of a Legend: How Alzheimer’s Stealed the Voice of Classic Rock’s Greg Kihn at 75”
Added on August 17, 2024 inFree Entertainment News
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Rest in peace to the ‘Jeopardy’ and ‘Breakup Song’ hitmaker.
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Rest in peace to the ‘Jeopardy’ and ‘Breakup Song’ hitmaker.
It’s never easy saying goodbye to a musical icon, is it? Just when you thought you could leave the ’80s behind, Greg Kihn, the man behind the legendary hits “Jeopardy” and “The Breakup Song,” has left us at the age of 75 after a brave battle with Alzheimer’s disease. His official website broke the news, and I have to admit, it stings—like biting into a lemon coated in salt! Born in Baltimore and later making waves in San Francisco, Kihn was more than just a rocker. He was a radio DJ, author, and even dabbled in breeding rare mantises! I mean, who knew you could rock out and still have a thing for critters? And let’s not forget the cherry on top—”Weird Al” Yankovic parodied his hit “Jeopardy” with “I Lost on Jeopardy,” solidifying Kihn’s place in pop culture history with a dash of humor. So grab your headphones, crank up those ’80s tunes, and join me as we reflect on the life, the laughter, and the legacy of Greg Kihn… because this is one farewell that deserves a standing ovation!
Greg Kihn, the rocker behind the hits “Jeopardy” and “The Breakup Song,” has died. His passing was revealed via a press release on his official site, confirming he had died after a struggle with Alzheimer’s disease. He was 75.
Kihn was born in 1949 in Baltimore, Maryland, showing an interest in music early on and moving to San Francisco to expand his musical career. He had his global break in the 1980s with his songs “Jeopardy” and “The Breakup Song.” Outside of music, he was a former morning radio host for KFOX for 17 years, also hosting a syndicated nighttime radio show nationwide.
Away from music, the obituary sheds light on some of his more peculiar interests and his charity work. He published six novels and several short stories, bred rare praying mantis, and worked with Operation Care and Comfort and other organizations.
His success is likely best defined by his status of having “Weird Al” Yankovic parody his song. Yankovic covered “Jeopardy” with his game show-influenced parody “I Lost on Jeopardy.” Kihn also had a cameo in the video for the parody, alongside Jeopardy! announcer Don Pardo, former host Art Fleming, and radio host Dr. Demento.
Yankovic posted a photo and short rest in peace to Kihn on his Instagram page. He is survived by his wife, Jay Arafiles-Kihn, son Ryan, daughter Alexis and several grandchildren. He also has a sister, Laura Otremba.
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