Bob Kevoian, Co-Host of 'The Bob & Tom Show', Dies at 75

The radio legend passed away peacefully at his home after a battle with cancer.

Apr. 18, 2026 at 1:56am

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A dramatic, minimalist black and white illustration depicting the iconic shape of a vintage radio microphone, conveying the influential audio legacy of the 'Bob & Tom Show' that Kevoian co-created.The sudden loss of radio legend Bob Kevoian leaves an indelible mark on the Indianapolis airwaves and the national syndicated radio landscape.Indianapolis Today

Bob Kevoian, the former co-host and founder of the nationally syndicated radio program 'The Bob & Tom Show', has died at the age of 75 after a battle with gastric cancer. Kevoian and his co-host Tom Griswold had helmed the Indianapolis-based show for over three decades since it first aired in 1983.

Why it matters

Kevoian was a pioneering figure in American radio, co-creating one of the longest-running and most successful syndicated radio programs in the country. His passing marks the end of an era for the iconic 'Bob & Tom Show' and the Indianapolis radio community.

The details

Kevoian announced his cancer diagnosis in 2023 and had planned to share his experiences in a new podcast called 'The Bob and Cancer Show'. He was surrounded by friends and family when he passed away peacefully at his home on Friday afternoon. Prior to his retirement in 2015, Kevoian had been inducted into the National Radio Hall of Fame.

  • Kevoian and Tom Griswold co-hosted 'The Bob & Tom Show' for over 30 years after it first aired on WFBQ in March 1983.
  • In 2023, Kevoian announced he had been diagnosed with gastric cancer and planned to start a new podcast about his experiences.
  • Kevoian passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, April 18, 2026.

The players

Bob Kevoian

The former co-host and founder of the nationally syndicated radio program 'The Bob & Tom Show', which he co-hosted with Tom Griswold for over 30 years.

Tom Griswold

Kevoian's co-host on 'The Bob & Tom Show' for over three decades.

Becky Kevoian

Bob Kevoian's wife, who co-hosted 'The Bob and Cancer Show' podcast with him and his best friend Whit Grayson.

Whit Grayson

Bob Kevoian's best friend, who co-hosted 'The Bob and Cancer Show' podcast with Kevoian and his wife Becky.

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What they’re saying

“'My biggest fear was losing the mustache because we are about to celebrate its 54th birthday on June 18. Good news: The mustache stayed put!'”

— Bob Kevoian

What’s next

Memorial service details for Bob Kevoian will be shared at a later time by 'The Bob & Tom Show'.

The takeaway

Bob Kevoian's passing marks the end of an era for one of the longest-running and most successful syndicated radio programs in the country. His legacy as a pioneering figure in American radio will continue to inspire future generations of broadcasters.