Remembering Mike Cyrus, beloved Kentucky photographer

The UK media world is mourning one of its own today. Mike Cyrus, a Kentucky fan and sports and wedding photographer, passed away from cancer on Wednesday at the age of 51.

You may not know Mike Cyrus by name, but you’ve likely seen his work. After retiring from TMMK in Georgetown, he pursued his true passion, photography. As co-owner of Christopher Michael Images, Mike’s photos were used by TOPS of Lexington, Bluegrass Sports Nation, Sports View America, and yours truly at Kentucky Sports Radio.

A close friend of our staff photographer Dr. Michael Huang, Mike Cyrus shot several games for us over the years. Anyone who knew him can attest to his kindness, talent, work ethic, and generosity. He never knew a stranger and fought cancer valiantly until the very end. We keep his wife Misty, daughters Rachel, Alliston, and Hannah, family, and friends in our thoughts.

Visitation will be 3-8 p.m. Sunday at Victory Life Church. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Monday at Victory Life Church conducted by Pastor Gary Toney. Burial will follow at the Lexington Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the UK Markey Cancer Center. Everyone is encouraged to bring a picture of themselves and Mike to share/give to the family as a photo tribute.

Rest easy, Mike. Let’s celebrate him by enjoying some of his beautiful work, along with tributes from friends and colleagues.

Rest easy, my friend. @cutler18 @DrMikeUK @delduduit #BBN https://t.co/jdR3i0g2Xo

— John Huang (@KYHuangs) July 20, 2023

Hearts are heavy w the passing of a hell of a fighter + great friend of the #BBN, Mike Cyrus. Mike was a super talented photog! Sports, weddings, family pics, you were blessed to have Mike capture that magical moment.
Our prayers are w his family & friends. Eternally in the band. pic.twitter.com/hJNA4AXN9A

— Elwood and Jake (@GoBigBluesBros) July 20, 2023

We lost Mike Cyrus…GREAT man….who also was a GREAT photographer….RIP !!!!!!! Prayers for his beautiful family!! pic.twitter.com/rfktI3HbzH

— alan cutler (@cutler18) July 20, 2023

I’m very sad to learn a KY photographer has passed away after a courageous fight with cancer. Mike Cyrus, we’re going to miss you at UK games but we understand you’re in a much better place without pain. I’ll miss your friendship. Please pray for his family. RIP Mike Cyrus. #BBN pic.twitter.com/nFNFHaAflq

— Jamie H. Vaught (@KySportsStyle) July 20, 2023

So sad. Mike was a great guy who lived with joy and positivity in his heart all the way to the very end. https://t.co/3gcqIMpOVY

— Eric Lindsey (@EricLindsey7) July 20, 2023

We got to know Mike Cyrus a bit over the years and he was always friendly and kind. Always willing to help other photographers out if he could teach them anything. Very sad to see that he passed. He will be missed in this world. https://t.co/kY8oeEO526

— Big Blue Express (@bigbluexpress) July 20, 2023

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