Medical issues and he was a victim of a home invasion a few years ago that really messed with him. All that on top of a lifetime of alcoholism was a bad mixture. His show was enjoyable and he will be missed.

Edit: I almost forgot to mention his foundation that gave money to the families of fallen police and firefighters in DFW. The Russ Martin Show Foundation. I have no doubt that will continue in his name as he made Dan and the boys involved to make it does.

Medical issues and he was a victim of a home invasion a few years ago that really messed with him. All that on top of a lifetime of alcoholism was a bad mixture. His show was enjoyable and he will be missed.