Jose Wejebe, Spanish Fly TV Host, dies in plane crash

So sorry to here the bad news this morning about Jose Wejebe dying
in a plane, he was piloting, on take-off.

IMO he had the best fishing/travel show on TV.

(for some reason this site is not allowing me to post a link to a news story about the crash)

Born in Havana, Cuba in 1958, Jose Wejebe and family fleeing Fidel Castros' revolution moved to South Florida to start a new life. Growing up in Miami, Jose Wejebe cut his teeth on the waters of South Florida. After his first experience with fins and a snorkel, it was a life changing experience that marked the beginning of Jose's marine based career and life.
After encounters with fishing greats and pioneers, Jose learned from the best including Stu Apt, Flip Pallot and Lefty Kreh. His travels and passion for learning new fishing and rigging techniques took him all over the world where he learned new and non-traditional methods.
Jose took this knowledge back to his home waters of the Florida Keys and shared it with his charter clients and leaders among the fishing industry. Building relationships with trade leaders such as Shimano, Mercury and other boat companies, Jose was an intetgral part in the development of the booming light-takcle industry.
After joining long-time friend Flip Pallot for the filming of several episodes of Walker's Cay Chronicles, Jose was approached by producer, Jerry McKinnis, to star in his own show on the brand-new ESPN2 network.
In 1995, the first episode of Spanish Fly was aired. Filled with breathtaking underwater footage, spectacular cinematography, complimentary editing and Jose's signature on-screen style, the show shot to the top of the ratings. The light-tackle saltwater guru showed viewers each week a unique interactive style of fishing that no one had done before. He used techniques that he learned throughout his travels and continues to do so today.
Added in 2001, Jose debuted a new, unique "short show" on ESPN called Vida Del Mar (meaning “life of the sea”). It is a 2-4 minute vignette that reflects an intriguing perspective on how life below the surface can make us all better fishermen.
While not filming Spanish Fly, Jose finds time to work for several charities including Make a Wish Foundation, Cystic Fibrosis and Big Brothers and Big Sisters. He feels strongly the importance of taking the time to fish with kids and teach the next generation of anglers.
In the present day, Jose enjoys his new passion of flying private aircraft. He also continues to explore unchartered fishing grounds and expand his knowledge for local fishing techniques. While residing in the Florida Keys, Jose is keeping busy working on several new upcoming projects that will be announced very soon.

The man was living a life most can only dream about.It's tragic that it ended like that. RIP

The log he often started the show from is positioned in front of Fort Zachary in Key West.  It had been out in a current eddy for years, attracting fish the entire time, until some do-gooder decided to tow it to shore.  Jose found it fitting to use the log, but never told anyone but the locals why.

He had a great show and allways seemed to try to share the spotlight with the guides. I'll miss watching his show. Saw him on with his daughter once. My prayers go out to his family.

Not much as far as coverage on this. I saw a small blip on yahoo Friday night and that was it. Nothing on the news, a few stories online. His show was awesome. RIP Jose.

Maybe Outdoor Channel will replace with another BASS Tournement show, or other chasing largemouth only "fishing" show... Pretty cool show he had, one of the more enjoyable ones. Although overuse of "bro".

Certainly one of my favorites....he will be missed...RIP!