Updated on: Oct 30, 2025 12:38 am IST
Legendary Philadelphia DJ Pierre Robert of 93.3 WMMR was found dead at his home on Wednesday. The cause of his death remains unclear.
Legendary Philadelphia DJ, Pierre Robert, who appeared on the afternoon rock show on Philadelphia’s 93.3 WMMR as a DJ, has reportedly passed away. Reports say that he was found dead in his home on Wednesday. The circumstances around his death remain unclear at the moment. He was 70 years old.
The Beasley Media Group, which owns and operates the 93.3 WMMR channel in Philadelphia, issued a statement confirming the DJ’s death.
“A true radio icon, Pierre was one of the most recognized personalities in the City of Philadelphia,” the statement read. “He joined the rock station back in 1981 and hosted the midday show with his unabashed love for music, his listeners, and the city. The legendary rock radio personality was best known for his welcoming ‘Greetings Citizens’ salutation, along with his big heart and warm voice!
“Pierre encompassed everything that rocks – the new and familiar, rock and alternative, punk and singer-songwriter… whether presenting in the air studio, on-stage, or unearthing treasures in the MMaRchives.”
Pierre Robert Cause Of Death: What Happened To The Legendary DJ?
Radio Insight reported that Pierre Robert was found dead in his home in Philadelphia on Wednesday morning. The circumstances around his death were not immediately clear, as it was only confirmed in a statement by the Beasley Media Group. No statement from his family or his direct representatives has been released yet.
This story is being updated.
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