- “Joe the Plumber” has passed away at the age of 49
- He was a political activist and media sensation during the 2008 election campaign
- Samuel Joseph Wurzelbacher gained fame for asking then-presidential candidate Barack Obama about his tax plan.
Samuel Joseph Wurzelbacher, famously known as “Joe the Plumber,” has died at the age of 49. Wurzelbacher rose to prominence as a political activist and media sensation back in the 2008 US presidential elections.
Joe the Plumber became a household name during the election campaign when he questioned then-presidential candidate Barack Obama about his proposed tax plan. His fame led to numerous media appearances and allowed him to cement his position as a commentator on political issues. Throughout his career, he often shared his political views with the public, sometimes sparking controversy. Wurzelbacher’s passing was felt by many who had followed his rise to fame and subsequent influence on American political discourse.