Breaking News: Dick Clark Dead At 82
Following surgery at St. John’s Hospital in Santa Monica on Tuesday night, Dick Clark suffered a “massive” heart attack and died.
Despite a stroke in December 2004, he continued performing.
Clark began his career at 17 as a radio announcer at WRUN in Utica, NY. “American Bandstand,” was on air 32 years (1957-1989). “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve” started in 1972; now hosted by Ryan Seacrest.
“Dick Clark was significant in transforming the record business into an international industry,” said the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in a citation. “His weekly televised record hops — which predated MTV by 25 years — played an integral role in establishing rock and roll, keeping it alive and shaping its future.”
Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family, friends and fans.
Posted on April 18, 2012, in Breaking News, K*Chele Magazine and tagged Dick Clark, K*Chele, News. Bookmark the permalink. Leave a comment.
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