Frankie Crocker
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About
Former radio disc jockey that was dubbed Hollywood by his cohorts for his innate ability to market and brand himself. He was also known as Chief Rocker.
Before Fame
He got his start at AM WUFO, a local Soul station broadcasted out of Buffalo.
Trivia
In 2005, he was selected for inclusion into the New York State Broadcasters Association Hall of Fame.
Family Life
He died of pancreatic cancer in October 2000. He was not married and kept the illness a secret from everyone, including his mother.
Associated With
Both he and former DJ Rick Dees found success on the radio.
