Conservative radio host Rush Limbaugh passed away at the age of 70 on Feb. 17, 2021, after a battle with lung cancer. His family said in a statement:
"We, the Limbaugh family, are deeply saddened to announce that our beloved Rush has died. Rush Hudson Limbaugh III will forever be the greatest of all time, a courageous, brilliant gentle giant and radio pioneer. Our entire family is so thankful to everyone who prayed and cared for Rush, especially the audience he adored. Rush's love for our country, and for all of you, will live on eternally."