In a very somber turn of events, the legendary star Joe Madison, who was also known as ‘The Black Eagle,’ has peacefully passed away. He was 74 at the time of his death. Joe was the beloved Radio Hall of Fame honoree and SiriusXM talk show host as well. He passed away on February 1, 2024. At the time of his death, he was surrounded by his family. The death of Joe Madison has left a remarkable legacy cherished by millions of his fans.
What happened to legendary Joe?
The available initial reports suggest that Joe’s family shared that he had been battling prostate cancer since 2009 that had spread to seven parts of his body these years. He was in the pain of suffering such a tragic disease. And since then, he hasn’t sat back because of his disease, in fact he did all that he had to in his life journey.
For now, the details regarding the funeral arrangements and memorial service for Joe Madison have not been announced. As the family shared that they need some space, they are up to making arrangements and supporting each other. Soon, they will share the details and will allow everyone to have this chance to say their last goodbye to the star.
Announcement and Tributes
The death news of Joe Madison was conveyed and shared on social media with the general public through a heartfelt message shared by his family on social media. The family expressed their pain at the unexpected loss of their beloved member.
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our beloved husband and father, Joe Madison. He passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family. Joe dedicated his life to fighting for all those who are undervalued, underestimated, and marginalized. On air, he often posed the question, “What are you going to do about it?”.
The message also said that as he has passed away, they hope that the community will join them in the fight against injustice. They mentioned how strengthened they felt as a family in the last few months. Along with this, they also need some space and privacy in this challenging time. They shared that condolences can be sent to the family at joemadison.com.”
Since this news has been shared, the internet has poured in tributes literally from all over the world. Everyone recognizes him and knows him for his exceptional skills for justice. Everyone is sharing their tributes along with their memories which they have had with The Black Star.
Who was Joe Madison?
Joe was born on June 16, 1949, in Dayton, Ohio. Joe Madison, also known as ‘The Black Eagle,’ was well known for his fantastic career in radio. He was a dedicated talk-show host and also an activist at that time. He was lucky enough that his voice spread out to millions daily on SiriusXM’s Urban View. Along with this, Madison was an extraordinary advocate for justice. All his life, he has made impactful and influential contributions, which will surely be remembered and celebrated by the community.
The death of the star Joe Madison, ‘The Black Eagle,’ has now marked the ultimate end of an era in the world of radio. But his legacy will live on for a lifetime now.
Amelia Warner
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