FLA Radio: WSKY Talker Recovering from On-Air Heart Attack

Bob Rose Recovering

Gainesville-Ocala radio host Bob Rose, of WSKY 97.3 The Sky’s Bob Rose Show, is recovering at home after a heart attack struck during his Monday morning broadcast. 

For 23 years, Rose has started his day at 3:00 a.m., arriving at the station by 4:30 a.m. to prepare for his 6:00 a.m. show. 

Near the end of Monday’s program, he experienced severe chest pain, heaviness, and near-fainting, prompting him to lie on the floor and request an ambulance. Alachua County Fire Rescue responded swiftly, and Rose praised their care.

At North Florida Hospital, a cardiologist performed an urgent cardiac catheterization, inserting a stent to open a fully blocked artery. Rose credits the medical team’s successful intervention for saving his life.

Known for community efforts like his long-running Bob Rose golf tournament, Rose has been overwhelmed by supportive messages from listeners. 

He feels “blessed” to do work he loves and touch lives, noting the community’s positivity has uplifted him. Rose plans to return to his show on Monday.