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San Diego Radio Legend Jerry Cesak Passes Away at 74

1/8/2026

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Jerry Cesak, the San Diego radio host known as "Jer" from the Jeff & Jer Showgram, died at 74 on Sunday.
Born in Maryland, Cesak earned a theater degree and built a radio career in Washington, D.C., and Detroit.
The Jeff & Jer Showgram aired in San Diego for 27 years, beginning in 1988, and was known for charity events.

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Jerry Cesak, the San Diego radio host known as "Jer" from the Jeff & Jer Showgram, died at 74 on Sunday.
Born in Maryland, Cesak earned a theater degree and built a radio career in Washington, D.C., and Detroit.
The Jeff & Jer Showgram aired in San Diego for 27 years, beginning in 1988, and was known for charity events.