Anti-vaccine voice broadcaster, Dr Fauci critic dies of complications from COVID-19

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WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (WPTV) Former Florida talk show host Dick Farrel, known and beloved by fans for his exaggerated right-wing views, has died of complications from COVID-19.

On Facebook, Farrel argued against getting the coronavirus vaccine and was skeptical of Dr.Anthony Fauci, head of the U.S. National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, and his recommendations regarding the coronavirus.

Friends said he changed his mind after contracting the virus.

“COVID took one of my best friends! RIP Dick Farrel. That’s the reason I took the picture. He texted me and told me to ‘get it! “He told me this virus was no joke and he said, ‘I wish I had it!’ Farrel’s close friend Amy Leigh Hair said on her Facebook page.

She told WPTV: “I was one of the people like him who didn’t trust the vaccine. I trusted my immune system. I was just more afraid of contracting COVID-19 than of any effect. possible secondary vaccine. I’m glad I was vaccinated. “

Those closest to Farrel say his fighting spirit was there until the end.

“… He fought like a tiger. Please don’t delay in calling attention to this disease. Yes, for some it has minimal effects, but for others it is. deadly. We will always love Dick Farrel, always appreciate his wit, and I miss him dearly. He was known as the other Rush Limbaugh. With a heavy heart, I can only say it was so unexpected. He will be missed. ” his life partner Kit Farley said on Facebook.

This story was originally reported by TA Walker on WPTV.com.

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