Phoenix Radio’s ‘Super Snake’ Passes Away In ‘Unexpected’ Death
Phoenix's radio community is mourning the loss of Duane Weaver, known on-air as Super Snake, who passed away in the early morning hours of December 30. Snake most recently hosted nights at Desert Valley Media Group's KMVA and KZON since 2022.
Bismarck Personality Dolly Dakota Passes Away At 56
Townsquare Media Bismarck, ND, personality Frances Luger, known on-air as Dolly Dakota, passed away on December 28, following a battle with ovarian cancer. Dakota had been at Cool 98.7 (KACL), but also spent time previously at KYFR-AM and KYYY.
Dallas Radio and TV Leader Rebecca Muñoz-Diaz Passes Away
Hispanic broadcasting trailblazer Rebecca Muñoz-Diaz has passed away at the age of 65 in Dallas. Throughout her 30-year career in broadcast sales, management, and operations, Muñoz-Diaz significantly contributed to the success of DFW’s top-rated Spanish-language stations.
Russ Parr Parts Ways With Radio One and Reach Media
Russ Parr, host of the syndicated Russ Parr Morning Show via Urban One's Reach Media, bid a fond farewell to listeners on Wednesday morning in an Instagram post. Parr thanked Founder Cathy Hughes and CEO Alfred Liggins for his 27 years with the company.
Hampton Roads Radio Mainstay Joe Hoppel Passes Away
Virginia Country music radio personality Joe Hoppel has passed away at the age of 89, according to an announcement from his family. Hoppel, who spent 37 years as a morning show host in Norfolk, first took to the airwaves at 15 in his home state of Pennsylvania.
Career News Radio ‘Utility Player’ Tom Foty Passes At 77
CBS News Radio Washington anchor and reporter Tom Foty has passed away at the age of 77. Known for his abilities on and off the microphone, Foty's resume and legacy boast a string of significant accomplishments and global events covered.
Coast to Coast AM’s Ian Punnett Passes At 63
Ian Punnett, part-time host of the syndicated talk program Coast to Coast AM, has passed away after a brief illness. For more than two decades, Punnett led weekends and two weekday broadcasts of Coast to Coast AM per month.
Fox News Audio’s Matt Napolitano Dead At 33
Fox News Audio is mourning the sudden passing of sports journalist and anchor Matt Napolitano. His husband of seven months, Ricky Whitcomb, revealed the news on social media, saying Napolitano succumbed to an infection following a short illness.
Saga Columbus General Manager Erik Schmidt To Step Away
Erik Schmidt, President and General Manager of Saga Communications' Columbus Radio Group, has announced his departure from the company to focus on family time and future career plans. Schmidt has spent the past two decades with the cluster.
Art Vuolo Gives In-Studio View Of Jim Johnson’s Final Show
Following Jim Johnson's retirement from Audacy Detroit’s 104.3 WOMC, Art Voulo has released a video of Johnson's final air shift, shot in-studio on December 1. Johnson, who started his career at the station when it was known as WEXL, spent 52 years on air.
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