Drew Lee was a veteran radio host and an executive producer. He was recognized as a host of Twin Cities News Talk AM1130 (KTLK-AM).
Lee had been managing shows like “Justice & Drew” with Jon Justice and co-hosting “The Minnesota Beercast” with Andrew Schmitt.
The unexpected passing of Lee, the longtime employee of Twin Cities, is currently being lamented by online users.
Twin Cities Radio Host Drew Lee Dies Unexpectedly
The longtime Twin Cities serving radio host, Drew Lee had passed away on Saturday, June 25, 2022.
According to Twin Cities News Talk, the radio channel was informed about the sad news by Lee’s family members. It was broadcasted by Lee’s co-host at AM 1130 KTLK, Jon Justice, on Monday morning.
The channel has also officially confirmed the news on its official website. They wrote a tribute to their man saying: “Remember Drew Lee”.
“It’s with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we have been informed of the passing of our friend and colleague Andrew Lee on Saturday, June 25th. Join us at Twin Cities News Talk and iHeartMedia Minneapolis as we lift up Drew’s wife and two children with our thoughts and prayers”.
Drew had been employed at the iHeart media since June 2010 for more than twelve years now. He was serving as the radio’s Executive producer and a morning show host.
RIP Messages For Drew Lee On Twitter Following His Death News
Admirers have already begun posting tribute messages to Drew Lee, their favorite radio show.
Congressman Tom Emmer had posted some words in Drew’s name. He has tweeted: ” Drew Lee led a life well-lived, which was far too short. We will miss him dearly, both as a trusted voice on the airwaves and as a great friend.”
Dave Ryan has tweeted: “I ran into Drew Lee in the hallways, the elevator, or the break room almost every day. He always had a smile and was so very kind. I wish I got to hear his show more often. He’ll be missed not only by listeners but by people whose lives he touched in other ways. Like me. #tcnt”
Similarly, Politician Jai Hanson writes: Saddened to hear about the passing of Drew Lee from @jdtcnt. Justice & Drew was the first media interview I ever did. Jon, Drew and Sam made this first-time, nervous candidate, feel so welcome. My thoughts and prayers are with the Lee family and the whole @jdtcnt family. #TCNT”.
Many well-known news channels and radio broadcasters have also provided a tribute statement following the death news.
What Happened To Radio Host Drew Lee? His Death Cause
The death cause of Drew Lee has not been publically announced. However, it is known that he was recovering from open-heart surgery.
The twin cities’ host was admitted to a hospital room at the University of Minnesota. He passed away only in his early 50s.
Furthermore, Drew Lee was survived by his wife Dana Perino and two children.