Dick Clark Dead At 82
TV legend Dick Clark has died at the age of 82, according to online reports.
TMZ reports that Clark died of a heart attack this morning.
Clark, who had a stroke in 2004, was the host of the famous New Years’ Rockin’ Eve telecast.
President Obama released a statement on the death of Dick Clark: “Michelle and I are saddened to hear about the passing of Dick Clark. With ‘American Bandstand,’ he introduced decades’ worth of viewers to the music of our times. He reshaped the television landscape forever as a creative and innovative producer. And, of course, for 40 years, we welcomed him into our homes to ring in the New Year. But more important than his groundbreaking achievements was the way he made us feel — as young and vibrant and optimistic as he was. As we say a final ‘so long’ to Dick Clark, America’s oldest teenager, our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends — which number far more than he knew.”
Clark was the host of TV series like American Bandstand, Pyramid, and TV’s Bloopers & Practical Jokes. He was also the creator of the American Music Awards.
Celebrity Reactions To Dick Clark’s Death
I am deeply saddened by the loss of my dear friend Dick Clark. He has truly been one of the greatest influences in my life.
— Ryan Seacrest (@RyanSeacrest) April 18, 2012
Rest in peace, Dick Clark. Thank you for the countless memories. You will be missed.
— Janet Jackson (@JanetJackscn) April 18, 2012
Very sad to hear about Dick Clark. What a great life. What a great career. Relevant until the end. He will be missed!
— Joan Rivers (@Joan_Rivers) April 18, 2012
RIP Dick Clark – thanks for the many years of entertainment
— John McCain (@SenJohnMcCain) April 18, 2012
My condolences go out to the family of Dick Clark.My best, Bill
— William Shatner (@WilliamShatner) April 18, 2012
For ever, Dick Clark… So long.
— Neil Patrick Harris (@ActuallyNPH) April 18, 2012
Very saddened by the loss of a true legend… Mr Dick Clark.#ripDC
— Donnie Wahlberg (@DonnieWahlberg) April 18, 2012
RIP Dick Clark, an American icon & great NYer who grew up in Mt. Vernon, went to @SyracuseU & got his start @WKTV. You will be missed
— Chuck Schumer (@ChuckSchumer) April 18, 2012
You may remember Dick Clark as the world’s oldest living teenager. I’ll remember him as the man who beat me in a pushup contest – he was 74.
— Danny Bonaduce (@TheDoochMan) April 18, 2012
Dick Clark dead. Okay so now I’m starting to get a little moreconcerned about all this 2012 Mayan shit
— Denis Leary (@denisleary) April 18, 2012
RIP: American icon Dick Clark
— Iman Abdulmajid (@The_Real_IMAN) April 18, 2012
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