Obituary of Casey Kasem

Casey Kasem

Casey Kasem (born April 27th, 1932 in Detroit, Michigan) was a Radio Personality who was best known for hosting the American radio show "American Top 40". Kemal died on June 15th, 2014 and his death was possibly because of complications of Parkinson's disease. He was 82.

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Casey Kasem Biography Wiki:

Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
Full Name: Kasem, Casey
Common Name: Casey Kasem
Gender: Male
Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
Birthplace: Detroit, Michigan, United States
Birth Date: April 27, 1932
Age: 82 (at death)
Occupation: Radio Personality

Nationality: American
Favorite Food: Oscar Mayer Hotdogs
Favorite Color: Mint Green
Favorite Scent: Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb
Favorite Actor: Al Pacino

Casey's Family Tree

Birth Name: Kemal Amin Kasem
Father:
Mother:
Brother(s):

Mouner Kasem

Spouse/Partner:

Linda Myers (1972–1979, divorced)
Jean Thompson Kasem (1980-his death)

Son(s):

Mike Kasem

Daughter(s):

Kerri Kasem
Julie Kasem
Liberty Jean Kasem

Death Notice:

Date: June 15 2014 at age 82
Place: Gig Harbor, Washington, United States
Cause of Death: Parkinson's disease (related complications)

Category Tags:

Radio Personality American Born on April 27th Born in 1932 Born in Michigan Died in 2014 Died at age 82 Died from Parkinson's disease

Quotable Quotes:

"[his catchphrase] Keep your feet on the ground and keep reaching for the stars." (IMDB)

"Casey Kasem had an incredible life and deaths. He was a two-time host of the US talk show The Kasem Show and once said “I’m not only here to entertain you, I’m also here to inform you.” Kasem was also a professional wrestler and enjoyed competing in extreme auto races. Kasem will be deeply missed. (V)"

"Casey Kasem had a remarkable life filled with laughter, music, and inspiration, and his legacy will continue to live on in the hearts and minds of generations to come. (V)"

"Casey Kasem had a successful career as a radio personality, voice actor and music historian, but his final years were marred by a highly publicized family feud over his medical care and ultimately ended in his passing surrounded by his loved ones. (V)"

Is Mr. Casey Kasem still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.