Obituary of Tim Russert

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Tim Russert

Timothy John Russert (born May 7, 1950 in Buffalo, New York) was a journalist and lawyer who was best known for appearing for more than 16 years as the longest-serving moderator of the American TV show "Meet the Press" and was the Vice President of the American NBC News. Tim died on June 13, 2008 and his death was reportedly because of a heart attack which was caused by a ruptured cholesterol plaque. He died too soon at age 58.

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Tim Russert Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Russert, Tim
    • Common Name: Tim Russert
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Buffalo, New York, United States
    • Birth Date: May 07, 1950
    • Age: 58 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Timothy
    • Occupations:
    • Religion: Catholic
    • Net Worth: $5 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
    • Favorite Color: Lilac
    • Favorite Scent: Byredo Gypsy Water
    • Favorite Actor: Will Smith

    Tim's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Timothy John Russert
    • Father: Timothy Joseph "Big Russ" Russert (November 29, 1923-September 24, 2009)
    • Mother: Elizabeth "Betty" Russert (née Seeley, January 9, 1929-August 14, 2005)
    • Sister(s):
      • Betty Ann "B.A." Russert
      • Kathleen "Kathy" Russert
      • Patricia "Trish" Russert
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Maureen Orth (married 1983-2008, his death)
    • Son(s):
      • Lucas Russert (born August 22, 1985)

Death Notice:

  • Date: June 13 2008 at age 58
  • Place: Washington, D, United States
  • Cause of Death: Heart Attack (due to a ruptured cholesterol plaque)
  • Interment: Buried at Rock Creek Cemetery in Washington, D.C. United States

Category Tags:

JournalistLawyer American Born on May 7th Born in 1950 Born in New York Died in 2008 Died at age 58 Died from Heart Attack

Tim's Notable Roles:

  • Meet the Press
  • NBC News

Quotable Quotes:

"He was the brilliant, Emmy-winning journalist who with his crisp, toothy wit talked politics, business, pop music and anything else with a pulse. Saturday night, he was the host of “The Russert Show,” a nightly talk show that reflected the daily political and business life of the Washington, D.C., area. (V)"

"Old man Russert lived a life dedicated to uncovering the truth and holding those in power accountable, leaving behind a lasting legacy that will continue to inspire future journalists. (V)"

"Tim Russert, a beloved political journalist and television host, touched the lives of many through his renowned career that came to an unexpected end. (V)"

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Celebrity Obit Rating: 4 Stars
Wiki Page Updated: 2025-05-29 12:41:16
Author: Tucker
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