Jerry Springer hasn’t talked much about his relationship with his ex-wife, Micki Velton, or his divorce. According to Buzz South Africa, Springer and Velton met on a blind date in 1969. Velton was ...

Late talk show host Jerry Springer shared one child with his wife of almost 50 years, Micki Velton Gary Gershoff/Getty ; GTCRFOTO / Alamy Jerry Springer had a “special love” for his wife Micki Velton.

Jerry Springer, one of the most influential talk show hosts in TV history, has died. He was 79. Springer died peacefully in his home in suburban Chicago on Thursday, his family confirmed, according to ...