In office 1977–1978 Preceded by Jim Luken Succeeded by Bobbie L. Sterne Born August 13, 1944 (1944-08-13) (age 66) Highgate, London, England Birth name Gerald Norman Springer Nationality American Political party Democratic Spouse(s) Micki Velton (1973–present) Alma mater Tulane University, Northwestern University Occupation Former politician, talk show host, game show host Website jerryspringertv.com Gerald Norman "Jerry" Springer (born August 13, 1944) is an English-born American television presenter, best known as host of the tabloid talk show The Jerry Springer Show since its debut in 1991. He is a former Democratic mayor of Cincinnati, Ohio, a former newsreader and a musician..