Longtime WJR-AM Detroit host Frank Beckmann died Saturday night, according to The Detroit News. Frank Beckmann, 72, a fixture at WJR-AM (760) for 48 years, died February 12, 2022, of vascular dementia, according to his wife, Karen. The man who lives there, Mark Perkins, was also arrested the following day after he allegedlycharged at DePetro with a lawnmowerwhile DePetro was live-streaming. Beckmann announced his retirement in January, 2021, after a 48-year radio career with the News/Talk outlet. It's worked this long, why change it now?". It's a Winter Wonderland! Frank Beckmann was 72. I think the more subtly bigoted thing about Beckmann's comments was the whole "antithesis" argument. Bball just has a higher baseline announcing intensity than fball does. I actually never knew he did politics until today, because of my general preference to avoid the field entirely. Have I? His play by play is pretty good but his obsequious byplay is obnoxious. The guy should be fired because he sucks. I personally like both guys and would like to give them both the benefit of the doubt. i tend to agree with 'some' of Beckmann's political views, yet i in no way share ANY of his moronic and misinformed opinions on the Fab 5. Black Hills forecast Discussion: Clipper system prompts winter weather bulletins, Black Hills Weather: Winter storm bulletins now issued for portions of the Black Hills Region, LIVE: Potential Winter Storm for the Black Hills Region: Forecast Discussion with Chief Meteorologist Brant Beckman, Fireball in the sky: Meteor breaks apart over western South Dakota, UPDATE: Palmer Gulch Fire estimated at 87 acres; 40 percent contained, UPDATE: Palmer Gulch fire estimated at 66 acres. Second, he's supposed to be the Michigan broadcast guy. DETROIT (AP) A heralded broadcaster who served as the voice of Michigan Wolverines football for 33 years and also called games for top professional teams has died. This is called an argument. Oddly, I agree politically with almost everything Joe says. i suggest that anymore beckmann discussion happen on his talk show's facebook page. Karen Beckmann, his wife, told The Detroit News thatdoctors give him days to live. The search for Charlotte Lester continues as I resume efforts searching for answers into her disappearance and holding Mark Perkins accountable for his actions against myself and Ladybug.. topicthat I also appreciate my relative *advantages* well enough that I respect those that reach maturity and success without them, as well. In reply to You didn't "say that Beckmann by Voltron Blue. The answer is because he used a word that went beyond "not liking" the Fab Five. Disclaimer: This page may contain affiliate links. After 48 years on air, Frank Beckmann leaving WJR on Friday The family revealed Friday to the Detroit News that Beckmann had been placed in hospice care after being diagnosed with vascular dementia in June 2021 and suffering a severe stroke in October that left him hospitalized for more than a month. Furthermore, with the rebrand possibly comes a new addition. I thought Beckmann's call of the bball game was awful. DETROIT -- Frank Beckmann, whose near-half century as a Detroit broadcaster included a decade calling Tigers games, passed away Saturday following a WJR/Cumulus does not comment on its finances. Radio Ink is a radio-industry trade publication that is published 12 times a year for the radio management sector of the radio broadcasting industry. During Wednesday morning's broadcast,Dietz interviewed Macomb County public works commissioner Candice Miller, Oakland Country treasurerAndy Meisner, former WJR reporter Tom Corbett (who now resides in Hong Kong and talked about the massive protests underway there) and a former hit man again in trouble with the law. Others who must be great because they have done something for 30+ years: In reply to The 30 years argument is solid by chewieblue. You know what they say: when people want to keep a thought to themselves, they put it on Facebook. He's good at football, but just isn't a good bball guy. I just think people that think Jalen was wrong for his point of view as an 18 year old aren't comprehending his circumstances. Audio Ink is a trademark of Streamline Publishing, Inc. Log In (Existing Digital Subscriptions Only), Chicago Bears Broadcasts Moving up the Dial Next Year, Former FEMA Execs Push To Save AM Radio in EVs. He would call Wolverines games for 33 seasons. Beckmann's show shared air time with syndicated shows by other conservative personalities, including Rush Limbaugh, Sean Hannity, Adam Bold and Mark Levin. Frank Beckman speaks at the annual Michigan / MSU tailgate presented by the Detroit Sports Media Association in 2013. I might be in the minority, but I've never been a big fan of our play by play tandem (even before his Facebook comments). 2023 www.freep.com. Ignore this thread if you think its overkill. Design by Human Element. You are among the best in our business. Detroit Radio Legend Frank Beckmann Dead at Age 72. Never one to shy away from a good debate on the air, Beckmann famously took on fellow WJR host Mitch Albom for 30 minutes over Alboms support for Michigans film tax credits. Last March, as he closed his final show on Detroit radio station WJR, Frank Beckmann told his WWJR program director Mike Wheeler said that Dietz's role at the station right now is occasional subbing. 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See the snow from around the Black Hills! He spent 48 years on "The Great Voice of The Great Lakes", 33 years calling U of M football games, and the last 17 years of his career hosting "The Frank Beckmann Show". If I have to work on a saturday and miss the game, his voice is what I want to hear. He has also worked at WIBW-AM in Topeka KS, earning the Kansas Association of Broadcasters (KAB) award for Major Market enterprise reporting in 2016. I get Symone on the weekend. It makes him a fucking idiot who doesn't know how to deploy the English language properly. All rights reserved. DETROIT Longtime broadcaster and WJR host Frank Beckmann has died nearly one year after retiring from his decadeslong career, according to several reports. For the program to be in business with an obviously slanted politcal pundit never made me feel easy. I was in the band in 2004 when Bo came and talked to us. Beckmann began in the station's "News Talk" in 1972 before taking over for Bob Ufer as the University of Michigan football play-by-play announcer in 1981. According to the Detroit Free Press, the former WJR Radio host had been sick for nearly a year since his retirement from the station.. Beckmann began his career at WJR in 1973, starting as a sports talk show host. He would go on to be the only broadcaster to call games for all four of Detroit's professional sports, according to a news release. Unlike DePetro, who had his charges dismissed, Perkins still faces an assault charge, according to court records. Radio guys should paint the picture by loading your ears with facts and being as descriptive and quick as possible. 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These hills are a billion years old, and I get to live in their presence.. According to reports, longtime Detroit radio personality Frank Beckmann has entered hospice care and he is not expected to make it through the weekend. Plus who exactly is a fan of the Frank Beckmann show Facebook page? SiriusXM radio host Howard Stern told Morning Joes Joe Scarborough and Willie Geist in an extensive interview that MSNBC is the network for him regarding cable news consumption. He was eventually named as the main substitute for legendary WJR morning host J.P. McCarthy. Frank Beckmann, Veteran WJR Radio Host, Dies Aged 72 Frank Beckmann, the retired radio host and University of Michigan announcer, has died as a result of vascular dementia. His wife, Karen Beckmann, has revealed that the 72-year-old died as a result of the untreatable condition on Saturday. Also, should people really be fired because you don't agree with their politics? Not all snow is made the same: Snow ratios, Thanksgiving travel: Quiet weather making for less stressful Thanksgiving plans. FOX 2 - Longtime WJR host and University of Michigan football announcer Frank Beckmann passed away Saturday night at a hospice center in Clarkston. Doesn't Frank want people to learn and grow as they mature? Beckmann, who lives in Rochester Hills, retired from WJR last March, when his contract ended. Rather than calling itself The Eagle 96.9, the radio station will now be known as Freedom 96.9 (h/tRadio Insight). Make sure you are aware of the new rules! Beckmann stepped back from the mic calling Michigan games after the 2013 season. WJR posted a photo of Dietz on its Twitter account that said he was filling in for Smith and "having fun in the @FisherBldgDET." : Ensemble versus regular, Perkins County Sheriffs Office with a strong warning: We are not a towing service. The sooner he leaves his post at the microphone, the better. Both guys said stupid things, but one guy is lauded and protected and the other is hammered. Kevin Dietz, the veteran investigativereporter whose26-year career withWDIV-TV (Channel 4) ended this summer in controversy, is returningto the airwaves this time as afill-in host for WJR-AM (760). The 72-year old had vascular dementia and, late last week, doctors had given him only days to live. BROADCASTING veteran Frank Beckmann has died at the age of 72. and his masters degree in broadcast meteorology at Mississippi State in Starkville, Miss. "I'm more conservative, but I've always welcomed all those views," he said. The radio host thanked MSNBC for providing him with what he loves: 24/7 news. The 72-year-old longtime media personality has been suffering from vascular dementia, a I have always liked Frank as an announcer, but he has made the decision to be a Political pundit, and in my mind, that disqualifies him as a UM announcer. KZLS started simulcasting on KQOB at the beginning of this year after the 96.9 signal was leased to Citadel and Cumulus Media for nineteen years. Give Light and the People Will Find Their Own Way. Steve Finateri, vice president and marketing manager for Cumulus Detroit, said the station has begun a search for his replacement. Your message has not been sent. (WXYZ) Metro Detroit broadcasting legend Frank Beckmann has died at the age of 72. I-90 Eastbound blocked from accident: Exit 51 to Rapid City, 4.1 magnitude earthquake rattles portions of Montana, Big warmup: A 50 swing in temperatures expected this week, Watch Brants 10 PM forecast here: Winter Storm Bulletins issued, LIVE: Winter Storm bulletins issued for Thursday, Once in a 50,000 year comet greets the human race later this month, Winter Storm Bulletins Issued for late Sunday through Tuesday, Whats the best weather model? I don't think calling someone a racist necessarily makes you a racist. Thank you for your support! In reply to I like Beckmanns voice for by dothepose. His death comes just a year after he retired. But the man is entilted to his views. Have you ever actually stopped to read historical markers along the road? Find a good Michigan "homer" who feels the same way that we do about Michigan football with no political subtext. He suffered four more strokes since then. I respect our justice system and respect law enforcement, specifically the Warwick PD,DePetro said on Twitter. Nationally, on air advertising revenue at radio stations in the U.S. was projected to fall 11 percent year over year to $12.8 billion in 2020, according to market researcher BIA Advisory Services. Weather ambassador from Canada: What is a clipper system? If you would like to change your settings or withdraw consent at any time, the link to do so is in our privacy policy accessible from our home page.. My betyou've not walked an inch in those shoes. During his career in radio, Beckmann called games for Michigan football, the Detroit Tigers, and the Detroit Lions. Eduardo Razo is the Assistant Content Editor for BNM, which includes writing daily news stories on the news media industry. He can be found on Twitter @eddierazo_ or you can reach him by email at eddie1991razo@gmail.com. Radio stations across the country are dealing with the financial strain of COVID-19 and declined advertising revenue. at a time when the U is making a careful rapprochement with the Fab 5. If you want to dislike them both I can respect that, too. Error, please try again. Caring about the weather is caring about people., Brant is a huge sports fan among other things, claiming that the Cubs winning the World Series was one of the best moments of [his]life.The Chicago Bears football team and the New York Islanders Hockey team are next on his list of championships hes waiting to witness. His comments about not liking the fab five, though, could be based on their arrogance andfeelingthat they were more important than the university they represented. He knew how to press the professionals, so they didnt disassemble or reflect, WJR host Guy Gordon told the paper. I don't follow your logic. ): Raleigh/Triangle Alumni Club Hurricanes vs Red Wings Event. In-depth strategy and insight into critical interconnection ecosystems, datacenter connectivity, product optimization, fiber route development, and more. WJR-AM, the Detroit-based radio station where Beckmann spent most of his career, reported Sunday that he suffered from vascular dementia, a rare brain The station finished December with a 4.6 rating, the 10th-highest ranked station in the market, according to Nielsen data. "I'm not planning on doing anything different. It seems like he'd be better suited for a school like, ummm, well Duke. His passion for Byzantine and Russian history brought him overseas to study the lands of Turkey, Russia, Finland and the Baltic States. i doubt your grandmother has a 50,000 watt radio station or a facebook page, nor does she represent a university with a $5 billion endowment that has recently been through some issues with affirmative action. Unsettled weather next week: How do we know anything this far out? Is it the use of the word entitlement? I have to agree with you on this one. It's sad to know that it is simply cheap political hackery anymore. It would run for 20 years. Not sure if that obviates the point of the rest of your post or not As for "I canunderstanda young man not being very wise" or "youthful and ignorant".how about jealous and bitter, as Jalen admitted himself? Weve had a long relationship with Kevin and we wish him well. Having begun his broadcasting career in 1989, he had been active in the industry for more than 5 decades. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. "IF he was saying what he felt like as a 18-19 year old kid" WBB B1G tourney preview - first 2 rounds 22-23, One Frame At A Time: 2022 Season GIF Tournament - Elite 8, One Frame At A Time: 2022 Season GIF Tournament - Sweet 16, OT: Wednesday evening mens hoops comments, OT(? In reply to The comments are racist like by Wolverine318. We and our partners use cookies to Store and/or access information on a device. Along with his diagnosis, Beckmann suffered a stroke in October; hospitalizing CLARKSTON, Don't expect any special changes to the show as it winds down. Update: Rest in peace, Frank. The disease is untreatable. I would say they were more built on not understanding people who do not grow up like you grew up. On 27 January 1945 Otto Frank was liberated from Auschwitz by Russian soldiers. Shep just seems to understand bball better and give a better picture of what's going on. "While attending a social event during the conference, we took a WDIV team photo and I jokingly said to the group'We are probably going to have to crop the black reporter out of the photo.' Beckmann was inducted into the Michigan Sports Hall of Fame as well as the Michigan Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame among numerous honors. Beckmann just wasn't quick enough, imo. In reply to all of the above plus by MGlobules. The comments are racist like my Grandma's subtle racism when she refers to those of African-american decent as colored people. Just an awful radio play-by-play guy. His bosses should consider the same. attitude that is too prevelant today - from liberals and conservatives, btw. This was made on facebook, and not even to the general public. Dietz also said in the post, "It is important to include the fact that alcohol was provided at this event and, according to management, was a factor in my termination. Six years ago, he was jailed under Michigan's "super drunk" law after being cited for driving with a blood-alcohol level of 0.17% or higher, according to Michigan Secretary of State records. The original accusation made was of both, so I was defending each one individually. Check out this home tucked away in the woods of Sturgis. Beckmann announced UM football games for 33 seasons Retirement represents latest change for Detroit station Frank Beckmann started at WJR in 1972. "That's one I'll never forget," Beckmann said. Prior to WFMD, he hosted an afternoon program at News Talk 103.7 FM in Chambersburg, PA. (WXYZ) Metro Detroit broadcasting legend Frank Beckmann has died at the age of 72. FOX 2 - Longtime WJR host and University of Michigan football announcer Frank Beckmann passed away Saturday night at a hospice center in Clarkston. He died Saturday night at a hospice center in Clarkston, according to reports. WebBrants hobbies include hiking, photography, storm chasing, traveling, running and visiting historical sites, of which the Black Hills area has many. DETROIT Detroit sports broadcasting legend Frank Beckmann has announced his plans to retire after 48 years with WJR. That was followed by stints at WKNR-AM in Dearborn and WDRQ-FM in Detroit, before joining the WJR news staff in Detroit, where he covered the disappearance of Jimmy Hoffa, among other stories in his three years as a reporter. Beckmann was inducted into the Michigan Sports Hall of Fame and Michigan Broadcasting Hall of Fame. The family asks for donations to be made to the Mackinac Center for Public Policy, which is creating the Frank Beckmann Center for Journalism, instead of flowers. Terms of Use have been amended effective October 6, 2019. During his time as the voice of Michigan, he also provided play-by-play for the basketball team, before stepping away from that sport when his duties at WJR expanded. ( Neal Rubin The Detroit . Frank has had plenty of time to mature, but it doesn't seem like he's learned all that much. Legendary Detroit broadcaster Frank Beckmann died Saturday in a hospice following a battle with vascular dementia, he was 72. He had just come from a George W. Bush rally, where he was one of the speakers. While I don't think he "needs" to be fired for his comments, I think they should give Frank a reason to consider if he's still up for the job. However, with bball, you've got to be quicker and more on your toes. That's up from a low of 2.6 reported in June 2019 but down significantly from the 6.7 rating it achieved in December 2017. Black Hills Blizzard: Additional snow accumulations possible through Friday, Is the storm over? EDIT: btw Bo was outspokenly political, and I doubt his opinions were similar to yours. It is not yet decided what will replace Beckmann's show, which airs weekdays 9 a.m. to noon. Supercharge your procurement process, with industry leading expertise in sourcing of network backbone, colocation, and packet/optical network infrastructure. He started with WJR in 1973 as the newsroom's youngest-ever reporter. Words cannot express how happy I am to be here as a historian, as a scientist, and as a lover of nature. Regardless, it sucks and there should at least be a good semi-sincere apology issued. I don't know that firing Beckmann is the best idea but making him apologize and discuss why his statement was so wrong would at least get his "fans" to hear a message and not go all conspiracy theory. Beckmann Freedom 96.9 is teasing the addition of Dana Loesch to the lineup as well to enhance the rebrand further as the station begins a new chapter as it provides news/talk to the residents. Frank Beckmann retires after nearly 50 years - Michigan Radio & TV Buzzboard Acceptable registrations in the queue through December 31, 2022 at 9:30a ET have now been activated. Stern stated that hes a major fan of Morning Joe and went the extra mile to say that he and co-host Joe Scarborough share the same political idealogy. We and our partners use data for Personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. Theyre fascinating!, Potential winter storm next week? And as for "Why can't this guy just notlike the fab five and leave it at that?" Finateri lauded Beckmann's accomplishments in the release. WJR has described Beckmann as a "sports DePetro have been dismissed as he faced a trespassing charge related to an incident over the summer during a Monday court hearing. over Frank Beckmann's comments is kind of funny. Along with his diagnosis, Beckmann suffered a stroke in October; hospitalizing him for 35 days. Sad to report that the longtime voice of Cumulus Media's WJR-AM/Detroit, the legendary Detroit sports broadcaster Frank Beckmann, died Saturday night at the age of 72. 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