Drew Scott is being remembered by colleagues, friends and listeners following the reported announcement of his death by Elvis Duran and the Morning Show over the weekend of August 22–23, 2026.
The longtime team member and friend was described by the show as “one of our own,” a reflection of the affection and connection he had developed with those who worked alongside him.
For listeners, Drew became particularly familiar through ChilePod, where his storytelling, humor and unmistakable laugh formed an important part of the program’s character. His ability to take ordinary experiences and turn them into entertaining stories gave audiences a reason to keep listening and helped create a sense of familiarity between Drew and the people who followed his work.
His influence extended beyond the studio. To colleagues, he was a longtime friend and valued member of the team. To listeners, his voice and personality became part of their routines, providing moments of laughter and companionship.
A personal memory shared in the tribute has taken on new meaning following his death. Drew had reportedly joked that when his time came, he wanted to “float off into outer space.” His colleagues said they now imagine him among the stars, continuing to tell stories and make people laugh.
Details surrounding Drew’s death have not been publicly confirmed in the information provided. His age, early life, family, education, broader career history and the specific circumstances or cause of his death remain unknown.
For those who followed ChilePod, however, Drew’s legacy can still be heard through the episodes he contributed to. His stories and distinctive sense of humor remain available to listeners, preserving a part of the personality that made him memorable.
The announcement of his passing has left colleagues and listeners confronting the absence of a familiar voice. Radio and podcast audiences often develop a unique connection with personalities whose voices become part of their everyday lives, and Drew’s relationship with his audience was shaped by precisely those moments of shared laughter and storytelling.
His colleagues’ tribute reflects a man remembered not simply for his work but for the personality he brought to it. Drew Scott’s laughter, stories and ability to find entertainment in everyday experiences helped create memories that will remain with the people who knew him and those who listened to him.
As friends, colleagues and listeners mourn his reported passing, his voice continues to live through the recordings he left behind. For those who enjoyed his stories, that enduring presence offers a way to remember a man whose humor and energy brought joy to many people’s days.
