Saga Communications has reported the unexpected passing of Mike Edwards, the Program Director of Hot AC “Mix 95.9” WMXZ Charleston, SC. Edwards was also known for his role as the “Guy” on the station’s morning show, “Two Girls & A Guy.”
Co-hosts Brooke Ryan and Tanya Brown announced on Instagram that after Edwards did not report to work this morning, they contacted law enforcement for a wellness check. Authorities subsequently discovered him deceased at his residence.
Charleston Radio Group President Paul O’Malley said, “Mike was an amazing person, beloved by his coworkers, listeners, and our entire organization, and will be truly missed by those fortunate to have crossed his path.”
In 1999, Edwards debuted in Charleston as the Program Director for Top 40 “95 SX” WSSX, where he hosted the afternoon show under the moniker ‘Just Plain Mike.’
He was pivotal in launching the “Two Girls and Guy” brand and ultimately formed a long-standing trio with Ryan and Brown at WSSX.
Following his time in Charleston, Edwards and Brown moved to mornings at “Live 95.5” KBFF in Portland during 2013-2014, while Ryan took on a position with “The Jack Diamond Morning Show” at WRQX in Washington, D.C.
In 2014, the trio reunited at “Mix 95.9”, then owned by Apex Broadcasting, to revitalize their show. Edwards later took on the role of VP/Programming for Apex until the company was sold to Saga.
Ryan and Brown made an emotional announcement on Instagram.
