Comedian Ron Sexton who performed Donnie Baker on ‘The Bob and Tom Present’ has died on tour aged 52 his household announce

Comic and radio persona Ron Sexton,  identified for his character Donnie Baker on The Bob and Tom Present, has died instantly aged 52, his household have introduced. 

He handed away unexpectedly on Friday in Ohio, whereas on the highway in the course of his stand-up comedy tour.

Ron had been resulting from carry out on Friday and Saturday evening and had 39 extra dates slated at venues throughout the US this 12 months.

Sharing information of his loss of life by way of his Donnie Baker Facebook web page, his household wrote on Saturday: ‘It’s with immense unhappiness that we let everybody know that Ron Sexton handed away yesterday.

‘He was Donnie Baker to most of you, however Ron and Dad to us.’

Comic and radio persona Ron Sexton identified for his character Donnie Baker on The Bob and Tom Present has died instantly aged 52

Ron Sexton pictured along with his spouse Tracey and their children. The household paid tribute saying ‘He was Donnie Baker to most of you, however Ron and Dad to us.’

Ron’s household has not disclosed his reason for loss of life as of but, however it’s stated to have been surprising. 

Born in Indianapolis in 1970, Ron was identified for his love of comedy and baseball, and honed his craft working at his highschool’s radio station as a baseball commentator.

He bought his large break in 2005 when he began voicing his most well-known character, Donnie Baker, on ‘The Bob & Tom Present.’

He additionally voiced characters together with Floyd the Trucker and Kenny Tarmac.

His superstar impressions, together with current ones of fictional character Tony Soprano, had been an enormous hit with followers.

He additionally frequently shared his political opinions – or these of his character Donnie Baker – via his comedy, discussing points like freedom of speech in his stand-up exhibits and on his YouTube channel.

Tributes have flooded in from fellow comics and followers.

Taking to social media, one fan stated: ‘RIP… the legend #donnybaker #ronsexton.’

A second added: ‘Donny Baker was a treasure.’

Comic Jon Reep was additionally shared his sorrow for Ron’s loss on social media. 

‘I fell in love with him the minute I heard him on the Bob & Tom present, and it made my day when he agreed to crash my podcast and take over,’ he wrote on Twitter. 

The immensely widespread Bob and Tom Present was established by Bob Kevoian and Tom Griswold in 2011 in Indianapolis and Ron was one among its hottest forged members

The comic’s drummer and finest pal, Dusty Privette, wrote: ‘In reflecting on Ronnie’s life and the legacy he leaves behind, I can not assist however marvel on the profound influence he made.

‘Ron Sexton, as Donnie Baker, introduced pleasure, laughter, and an genuine connection to numerous lives. 

‘His skill to make folks really feel like they had been a part of one thing particular was a testomony to his exceptional character.

‘As we mourn the lack of a pricey pal and extraordinary entertainer, allow us to bear in mind Ron Sexton, not just for his comedic brilliance but additionally for the immense love he had for his followers.

He concluded: ‘Might his reminiscence proceed to convey laughter and happiness to all who had been touched by his real spirit. I used to be extraordinarily fortunate to be in his shadow.’

Nation singer and comic Kristen Tuff Scott stated in her tribute: ‘A pal like him would not come round loads.’

‘That is one of many many issues that made him particular. He cared about ya, and never in a “how can I make cash?” sort of manner… He was a unique breed.’

‘Ima miss you Ron!’

Host Pat McAfee additionally shared a tribute to Tom with an image of the pair at The Bob & Tom Present.

He wrote: ‘We’ve got misplaced one among my favourite people of all time.. I laughed at rattling close to the whole lot this boat sellin, b****** maker stated and did. 

‘I used to be a fan lengthy earlier than I bought the unimaginable alternative to talk into their microphone… So assembly Donnie after which Ron Sexton at their studio was an absolute honor. 

‘He was at all times extremely sort to me, and for that I’m grateful. Relaxation simple… The world will miss your presence… you achieved good.’

The immensely widespread Bob & Tom Present was established by Bob Kevoian and Tom Griswold in 2011 in Indianapolis and Ron was one among its hottest characters.

It was syndicated in early 2014 and has been described as ‘essentially the most profitable nationally syndicated morning drive present in radio historical past.’