D. Clark Dies at 82

April 18th, 2012 - By Veronica Wells

Source: biography.com

TMZ was the first news outlet to confirm that TV personality, producer, “American Bandstand” and “Rockin New Year’s Eve” host, Richard Wagstaff Clark, died today. He was 82 years old.

Clark’s agent Paul Shefrin released a statement saying that the TV maven suffered a massive heart attack this morning.

Working in media from the time he was in high school, Clark had been dealing with health issues since 2004 when he suffered a stroke. Despite the minor setback, Clark went on to host the New Year’s Eve Countdown alongside Ryan Seacrest up until this year.

This is a great loss in American culture, considering Clark has helped many Americans welcome in the New Year for the past three decades.

Rest in Peace.

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  • MixedUpInVegas

    I remember rushing home from school to watch American Bandstand.  He showcased new talent without regard to color and helped many careers take off.  RIP, Mr. Clark

  • Love_Sexy

    RIP Mr Clark because you will be missed dearly.

  • Love_Sexy

    RIP Dick Clark because you will be missed.

  • Chanda

    No more Dick. I think everyone grew up with D. Clark maybe some station will air reruns of American Bandstand. I’d probably watch, too. RIP.

  • RedButterfly81

    New Year’s Rockin’ Eve ain’t gonna be the without him, may he RIP and my condolences goes out to his family.

  • Lerona2010

    awwww..God bless his soul<3