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Major update from this Seattle sports radio host


Bucky Jacobson, who has been missing recently from KJR-FM's airwaves, offered an update to his listeners and fans on social media. 

"My time away for medical reasons gave me an opportunity to reflect on my priorities and how I want to spend this next chapter of my life. After a great deal of consideration, I've decided not to return to the daily commitment of the morning show. This wasn't an easy decision because I care deeply about KJR, the morning show, and the listeners who've been part of this journey. I'm grateful to the station for their support and willingness to work through this process with me. We're continuing to explore ways I can remain involved with KJR in a capacity that better fits my life and priorities today, and I'm looking forward to seeing where those conversations lead."

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  1. IDC9July 17, 2026 at 11:34 AM

    Best of luck to Bucky on his future endeavors.

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  2. RichJuly 17, 2026 at 3:23 PM

    I’m glad he’s at peace and able to make the difficult decisions he must be dealing with

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  3. Mike B BarerJuly 18, 2026 at 9:13 AM

    He was from Hermiston, Oregon, not far from where I grew up in Walla Walla, so several years ago, we exchanged emails about things we remember.

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  4. AnonymousJuly 18, 2026 at 11:06 AM

    Sounds like a contract dispute.

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  5. AnonymousJuly 20, 2026 at 1:50 PM

    Any doubt it was contract? He has been taking batting practice with Ichiro for the alumni game. IHeart just laid off the entire midday crew so hard to think he was going to get paid.

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