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Pat Caputo, longtime columnist & radio host, dies at 67
TL;DR
Pat Caputo, a prominent Detroit sports columnist and radio host, passed away at 67 on May 7 due to cancer. His family announced the news on social media, expressing gratitude for the support received during his illness.
Key points
- Pat Caputo died on May 7, 2023.
- He was diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer.
- Caputo was a longtime columnist for The Oakland Press.
- He was a recognizable figure in Detroit sports media.
- His family announced his passing on social media.
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Longtime Detroit sports columnist and radio host Pac Caputo died on Thursday, May 7, his family announced via social media. He was 67.
"Today May 7th we lost Pat to cancer. Pat was surrounded by his family. Thank you for all your support," the family posted on X (formerly Twitter) on Thursday.
Caputo announced on Jan. 5 that he had been diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer.
Caputo was a part of WXYT's "Evening Sports" broadcast and previously worked at The Oakland Press from 1983-2020, becoming one of the most recognizable sports columnists in the Detroit metro area.
He was an alumnus of Birmingham Groves High School and Michigan State University.
Caputo's passing brought out many tributes on social media.
My most sincere condolences to you, his family. I will treasure the memories I had working with him.
— Denny Kapp (@DennyKapp) May 7, 2026
RIP “Book” — I grew up reading and listening to you and then we got 2 work together for 15 years. It was truly a honor . I regret our last face to face interaction that got very heated & bitter in a very public place . I’m sorry we had to end that way.,nothing but love & respect!
— Scott M. Burnstein (@burneystweets) May 7, 2026
Q&A
What was the cause of Pat Caputo's death?
Pat Caputo died from cancer, specifically stage 4 pancreatic cancer.
How long did Pat Caputo work as a sports columnist?
Pat Caputo worked as a sports columnist for The Oakland Press from 1983 to 2020.
What was Pat Caputo's role at WXYT?
Pat Caputo was a part of WXYT's 'Evening Sports' broadcast.
