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Rush Limbaugh’s Career Highlights
- Rush Limbaugh was best known for hosting The Rush Limbaugh Show from 1988 until his death in 2021.
- At his career peak, Limbaugh’s salary, incentives, profit participation, and personal appearance fees were $85 million per year.
- In 2008, he signed a contract worth $400 million through 2016.
- In January 2020, he renewed his contract again.
Rush Limbaugh’s Personal Information
- Limbaugh stands at 5 feet 11 inches tall and weighed 222 lbs.
- He held American citizenship and was of German-American ethnicity.
- His radio show ran for three hours on weekdays on AM and FM stations and was broadcast worldwide.
- Shortly before his death, Limbaugh was diagnosed with autoimmune inner ear disease which caused rapid hearing loss.
Rush Limbaugh’s Legacy and Wealth
- Limbaugh’s net worth was $600 million at his death.
- He was one of the highest-paid radio personalities thanks to his 15+ million weekly listeners.
- Despite his death, Limbaugh’s legacy and influence continues.
- His radio and writing career contributed to his $600 million net worth in 2023.