Topics: Film and TV, US News, The Jerry Springer Show
Jerry Springer revealed what his 'closing argument' to God would be in his last interview.
The TV host’s comments came just weeks before he passed away from pancreatic cancer on April 27.
He was best known hosting for his famous show, The Jerry Springer Show, which ran for 27 years before ending in 2018.
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The family's spokesperson, Jene Galvin confirmed his passing, saying: "Jerry’s ability to connect with people was at the heart of his success in everything he tried whether that was politics, broadcasting or just joking with people on the street who wanted a photo or a word.
"He’s irreplaceable and his loss hurts immensely, but memories of his intellect, heart and humor will live on."
Back in February, the US presenter appeared on Australia’s The Morning Show and talked about spending over 32 years in show business.
When asked about whether he planned to retire soon, he told the 7News show: “I think God may [have plans for when I retire], and so I hope he's okay with me.”
He then confessed what he intended to say to the Almighty when they finally met.
“I figured when my judgment day comes, my closing argument [to God] when he's ready to decide where to send me [is]... "Oh, remember my final thought? I hope that my final thought is the one that can speak to [my] character'." he said.
Springer then finished by referring to his iconic Jerry Springer Show catchphrase: ‘Take care of yourself, and each other’.
Co-host Larry Emdur then joked that it ‘wasn’t enough’ to get Springer through the pearly gates and into heaven, making the veteran host burst into laughter.
But it’s not the first time that Springer has spoken about the afterlife.
Last year, he appeared on David Yontef's Behind the Velvet Rope podcast, where he joked about going to ‘hell’ for his iconic series.
"No, I just apologise. I’m so sorry. What have I done?” he told listeners, adding: "I’ve ruined the culture. I just hope hell isn’t that hot because I burn real easy. I’m very light-complexioned, and that kind of worries me."
Having previously described the programme as ‘chewing gum' and 'stupid', Springer said that it was a 'crazy show' but didn’t really have any ‘real societal value’.
He joked: “It wouldn’t hurt you but it wouldn’t make you a better person either."
