FRISCO, Texas (CBSDFW.COM) – Russ Martin, a well-known radio personality in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, was found dead early Saturday morning at his home in Frisco, police said.
Police said they responded to his home on Douglas Avenue after a friend of his came to see him and found him unresponsive.
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Martin was pronounced dead at his home. A cause of death has not yet been disclosed.
At the time, the police said they do not suspect foul play.
Police, along with the Collin County Medical Examiner, are continuing the investigation. Anyone who may have information is asked to call the police at 972.292.6010.
Martin hosted the popular Russ Martin Show on KEGL in the DFW area. He also founded the Russ Martin Show Listeners Foundation, which helps families of fallen officers and firefighters.
During a tribute on KEGL Saturday afternoon, co-host Dan O’Malley said one of the last things Martin did was sign a foundation check for $ 40,000 for the widow of Dallas officer Mitchell Penton, who was previously murdered. by a suspected drunk driver. this month.
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It is with heavy heart that we announce the death of 97.1 The Eagle’s Russ Martin. He will be sorely missed and we extend our deepest condolences to his family and friends at this difficult time. We’d love to hear your favorite memory of Russ Martin below. #RIPRussMartin pic.twitter.com/cdGBC1XYY9
– 97.1 The Eagle (@theeagledallas) February 27, 2021
“It is with heavy heart that we announce the death of 97.1 The Eagle’s Russ Martin. He will be sorely missed and we extend our deepest condolences to his family and friends at this difficult time, ”said radio station 97.1 The Eagle in a tweet.
The Ben & Skin Show, which airs for the Russ Martin Show during the week, also released a statement that read:
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“We are saddened by the death of radio legend Russ Martin. Russ was a hilarious, beloved and life-sized radio pioneer in DFW for many years. When he didn’t make us laugh, he showed enormous heart by working tirelessly in our community to support first responders and their families when they needed it most. We were lucky enough to work with one of the most influential radio hosts in DFW history. Our deepest condolences go out to his family and friends as well as to his fellow hosts and thousands of very loyal RMS listeners. “