Steve Crump Obituary: The Journalist Dies Of Colon Cancer

Publish date: 2024-05-09

American journalist, documentary filmmaker, and WBTV correspondent Steve Crump has passed away. He attended both Trinity High School and Eastern Kentucky University in Louisville, Kentucky.

Crump won numerous regional Emmys for his coverage of issues as diverse as South African apartheid and Southern civil rights. Among his many accolades are four National Headliner trophies, the Gabriel Award, and first-place trophies from the Sigma Delta Chi Fraternity, Sister Cities International, and the National Association of Black Journalists. In 2016, Crump was named the “2016 Journalist of the Year” by the National Association of Black Journalists.

Steve Crump Obituary

After a courageous fight with cancer, Steve Crump, a beloved member of the WBTV family and a pillar of honesty in the newsroom and the community he served, passed away on Thursday morning.

Saddened by the news of Steve’s passing, his unyielding character and dedication to the truth will live on in perpetuity. Steve’s unwavering commitment to broadcasting was driven by his desire to share the genuine tales that characterize communities, and this pursuit made him a beloved figure in the news industry. Reporting was more than a hobby for him; it was a way to stay involved in the lives of the people he covered.

“Our hearts are breaking as we share the news of the passing of our beloved Steve,” Cathy Crump, Steve’s adored wife, said. He was set on spreading the truth, and he decided to use the radio to do it. Being a part of the community he lived in and a conduit for their stories was his genuine calling. We will continue to be loyal, and we will never forget his dedication.

Steve’s path was punctuated by key moments that demonstrated his commitment to both journalism and building genuine relationships. He began his career in news after graduating from Eastern Kentucky University in 1980; he was born in Louisville’s Smoketown district.

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Steve Crump was Given a Cancer Diagnosis in July of This Year

Steve was told he had colon cancer in July of this year. At first, he just declared on live that he was going on vacation without explaining why. In 2019, he revealed that his colon cancer had progressed to his liver the year prior, prompting a physician to recommend hospice care.

He told the Observer in 2019 that he has dealt with serious health problems in the past, including MRSA, septic shock, and a collapsed lung. He said that he had to use a feeding tube and a ventilator at one point. He also said that he lost weight due to chemotherapy.

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Steve Crump set the standard for professionalism and integrity bringing the news to the people of Charlotte. He also set a strong example in his long fight against cancer and our prayers go out to Steve’s family, friends and loyal viewers. – RC https://t.co/EXoEDQMp1W

— Governor Roy Cooper (@NC_Governor) August 31, 2023

In April of this year, Steve was hospitalized owing to cancer-related problems. After 12 days in the hospital, he was able to go back to work. Two weeks after his release, he sent a message urging regular checkups and testing for everyone:

“They’ve reduced the age in terms of people being checked for colorectal cancer where it’s down to 45 now. If you don’t have medical insurance there are resources. … They’ll do it for free.”

 Steve Crump Death

After a five-year fight with cancer, WBTV reporter Steven Crump passed away at age 65. The CBS station in Myrtle Beach reported Thursday that Crump, who had been ill with colon cancer since July 2018, had passed away.

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It is with great sadness that WBTV announces the passing of Steve Crump. Our thoughts and prayers are with Steve’s wife, Cathy, and with his many friends who will be touched by his loss.https://t.co/9WTnZdtSO1 pic.twitter.com/THs4lI267I

— WBTV News (@WBTV_News) August 31, 2023

He was dead set on getting the truth out there, so he turned to the airwaves. Getting to know the people in his neighbourhood and speaking their truths was what drove him most in life. We’re not going anywhere, and we’ll never forget his dedication.

The television channel lauded Crump, saying he was a committed journalist who cared deeply about the people of Charlotte, North Carolina.

Crump’s Rise from Radio to Television Stardom

Crump started out as a disc jockey in Richmond, Kentucky in the year 1980. This position led to an apprenticeship at WSAV-TV, an NBC affiliate, where his distinctive, commanding voice quickly earned him a spot in front of the camera.

Before joining WBTV, Crump worked as a producer for WTVI (Charlotte), BET (Charlotte), and the Charlotte PBS affiliate. He previously worked for news stations in Orlando, Kentucky, and Detroit, Michigan. For more details you can join us on our Twitter account.

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