Pierre Robert, legendary voice of Philadelphia rock radio, passes away at 70 after decades shaping the city’s music

One of Philadelphia’s most enduring radio voices has fallen silent. Beasley Media Group, the owner of rock station WMMR (93.3 FM), announced Wednesday(October 29) that its longtime midday host, Pierre Robert, was found dead at his home. He was 70 years old.

Beasley Media Group, the owner and operator of Philadelphia’s 93.3 WMMR, released a statement confirming the passing of the DJ.

"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’s cause of death

Radio Insight reported that Pierre Robert was discovered dead at his Philadelphia home on Wednesday morning. The details surrounding his death remain unclear, with confirmation coming solely from a statement by Beasley Media Group. Neither his family nor his representatives have issued any statements at this time.