Curtis Sliwa, Anthony Weiner Hosting a Weekend Show on WABC, Dagen McDowell Is Ready For A New Adventure With Fox Business. 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. I didn't learn about this until reading Brian's Beckmann-referencing post, but for those still not in the loop, Beckmann said this on his Facebook page Sunday: "I got called off vacation to broadcast the Michigan hoops games in CharlotteM/Duke should be greatThis M team is the antithesis of the Fab 5, unselfish, always plays hard, no sense Frank Beckman speaks at the annual Michigan / MSU tailgate presented by the Detroit Sports Media Association in 2013. And as for "Why can't this guy just notlike the fab five and leave it at that?" 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. He was diagnosed with vascular dementia in June of last year. I respect our justice system and respect law enforcement, specifically the Warwick PD,DePetro said on Twitter. 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. Beckmann enjoyed an extensive career behind the microphone lasting 48 years. Have you? You are among the best in our business. Also, I read Brian's posts but although I respect his work with this blog and his enthusiasm as a Michigan fan, I don't blindly believe his analysis like many of the sycophants. Have I? It is not any different than what we all slam the OSU kids for. Staying current is easy with Crains news delivered straight to your inbox. 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During his legendary career, Beckmann served as the voice of University of "You really have a great show, and it's an honor to talk to you," Trump told Beckmann at the end of the eight-minute interview.". It is the same old "you don't think like me, ahhhhhhhhhhhhh!!!" And if by "walked and inch in his shoes" you mean growing up a poor black kid in a single parent family in inner city detroit then rising to national fame because of my basketball ability, then no, I have not. Have you ever actually stopped to read historical markers along the road? Beckmann has none of this. WJR/Cumulus does not comment on its finances. Find out more about him in the article below. Disclaimer: This page may contain affiliate links. The comments are racist like my Grandma's subtle racism when she refers to those of African-american decent as colored people. Not too bad. On behalf of Whitey, it is very, very dicey territory to start calling a bunch of poor urban black 19-year-old kids racist. He said, with absolutely no basis, that the Fab Five didn't play hard, were selfish (both completely untrue) and had a sense of entitlement. "Frank Beckmann is a radio legend who became a legend because he does everything 'full throttle,'" Finateri said. He was diagnosed with vascular dementia in June of last year. The intent of my comment was to openly acknowledge, amongst team members, the challenge its been for our company, and many companies, to achieve diversity goals. I like when you guys are onI like news 24/7, and now I find Im getting it. By the way, I want to give a shoutout to MSNBC, Stern added. This was made on facebook, and not even to the general public. EDIT: btw Bo was outspokenly political, and I doubt his opinions were similar to yours. Which, to me, fine. Beckmann said in the release that he will miss doing his dream job but looks forward to "all the upcoming additional golf time. On Wednesday morning, Dietz subbed for WJR veteran radio anchorPaul W. Smith in the 5-9 a.m. morning drive slot. It's a Winter Wonderland! WebLeggi After the Annex Anne Frank, Auschwitz and Beyond di Bas von Benda-Beckmann disponibile su Rakuten Kobo. Design by Human Element. 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 you can stomach the images, here's a bite of how good he is: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Y1dFu6zV8M. I get Symone on the weekend. Whoa! i don't see how comments on the Fab 5 can translate to being 'political.' I remember 760 as this bastion of informative interesting radio that actually provided a service to the entire state of Michigan as well as most of the country on good nights. Will Canyon Lake Elementary be permanently closed. "I love Detroit and everyone who calls it 'home.' It's a term used when one black person wants to accuse another of "acting white" or "assimilating into white culture"as if all white people are one single homogenous group where one person doesn't deviate from another. He had just come from a George W. Bush rally, where he was one of the speakers. The original accusation made was of both, so I was defending each one individually. WJR talk radio host Frank Beckmann was diagnosed with an illness called Vascular Dementia. by chitownblue2. The most memorable moment of that tenure was in 1997 when the Wolverines won the national championship. If this is what gets him fired so they can bring in someone better then it will be worth it. His bosses should consider the same. 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 was in the band in 2004 when Bo came and talked to us. The station's offices are located at the top of the Fisher Building in Midtown Detroit. His passion for Byzantine and Russian history brought him overseas to study the lands of Turkey, Russia, Finland and the Baltic States. The disease is untreatable. Thank God you dont play the oldDatelinesanymore on the weekends. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Daily industry headlines plus breaking news bulletins. Frank Beckmann, the retired radio host and University of Michigan announcer, has died as a result of vascular dementia. It makes him a fucking idiot who doesn't know how to deploy the English language properly. Regardless, his comments were no more racist than Rose's were, and the quick jump to him being an old white racist by many of those here is ridiculous. And I'm one of the most obnoxious guys I know. Prayers for Frank and his family, and thanks for decades of memories. 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. Over the illustrious history of 760 WJR, Frank Beckmann was second only to J.P. McCarthy in his legedary status at the 50,000-watt blowtorch. Along with his diagnosis, Beckmann suffered a stroke in October; hospitalizing CLARKSTON, That's pretty cut and dry, to me. WebView latest articles, news and information about what happened to Frank Beckmann, American broadcaster, that died on Sunday February 13th 2022at age 72 This past Election Day, Nov. 3, Beckmann interviewed Trump, who expressed his confidence in winning re-election and complimented Beckmann's show. I think the more subtly bigoted thing about Beckmann's comments was the whole "antithesis" argument. 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.. He would later go on to do play-by-play for the University of Michigan Football, the Detroit Lions, and the Detroit Tigers.. According to reports, longtime Detroit radio personality Frank Beckmann has entered hospice care and he is not expected to make it through the weekend. BROADCASTING veteran Frank Beckmann has died at the age of 72. Black Hills Blizzard: Additional snow accumulations possible through Friday, Is the storm over? Ufer would die of cancer on October 26, 1981, before the season ended. If you listen carefully, he is usually a good three seconds behind the roar of the crowd or stammering to figure out the best way to describe what just happened. "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(? Contact Detroit Free Press pop culture critic Julie Hinds: 313-222-6427 or jhinds@freepress.com. The Detroit News was the first to report his death, citing his wife, Karen. Stupid comments built on youth and ignorance. WJR's ratings have fluctuated in the past few years. The two then swapped jobs, with Harwell taking over on the radio and Beckmann replacing Harwell on TV. "That's one I'll never forget," Beckmann said. at a time when the U is making a careful rapprochement with the Fab 5. All rights reserved. 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. Furthermore, with the rebrand possibly comes a new addition. I personally will stand with the latter and tell Beckmann to STFU. WebBrants hobbies include hiking, photography, storm chasing, traveling, running and visiting historical sites, of which the Black Hills area has many. We and our partners use cookies to Store and/or access information on a device. In reply to I think a rich old white by El Jeffe. Supercharge your procurement process, with industry leading expertise in sourcing of network backbone, colocation, and packet/optical network infrastructure. Manage Settings It seems like he'd be better suited for a school like, ummm, well Duke. He is survived by his wife, Karen, and two children, Jon and Tori. Gee, you don't think these are all cliche talking points among racist sports fans about black athletes vs. white athletes (which UM basketball has more of now than it did then)? They are nowhere near being racist? You know what they say: when people want to keep a thought to themselves, they put it on Facebook. on the "have I?" He wasessentially saying that the more affluentplayerslike Grant Hill were somehow less black than he was. We and our partners use data for Personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. On 27 January 1945 Otto Frank was liberated from Auschwitz by Russian soldiers. 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? Beckmann was serving as the radio voice for the Tigers when Ernie Harwell was brought back. Sports broadcaster and conservative talk show host Frank Beckmann is retiring from WJR AM 760 after 48 years with the Detroit radio station. The next month, he started exhibiting behavior unusual for him. I think a rich old white suburban dude like Beckmann calling a poor young black kid from Detroit "racist" doesn't make him (Beckmann) racist. I think the "OUTRAGE!!!!!11!!!!!" Morning radio host Beckmann, an opinionated and conservative voice on WJR, is retiring after 48 years with the station. If so, fair enough. FOX 2 - Longtime WJR host and University of Michigan football announcer Frank Beckmann passed away Saturday night at a hospice center in Clarkston. In reply to Beckmann's a great announcer by Bodogblog. Don't expect any special changes to the show as it winds down. 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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. Apparently someone has struck a nerve with you! He succeeded Bob Ufer as the voice of Michigan football in 1981 when Ufer became too ill to continue broadcasting the games. I don't follow your logic. Where is the praise for a guy (Jalen) who corrected beliefs he held ages ago? Beckmann was inducted into the Michigan Sports Hall of Fame as well as the Michigan Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame among numerous honors. Frank Beckmann, 72, a fixture at WJR-AM (760) for 48 years, died February 12, 2022, of vascular dementia, according to his wife, Karen. To me -- and I don't give a shit if anyone calls me out for being political -- it is just Beckmann revealing his true colors if you've ever listened to his radio show. Beckman also wrote columns for the Detroit News for ten years. Theyre fascinating! bbeckman@newscenter1.com 605-355-0024 ext 41 Articles Potential winter storm next week? Im watching oldDatelines. You didn't "say that Beckmann deserved anything that Jalen didn't", you merely spent a long post defending what he said without similarly backing up Jalen's. Some of our partners may process your data as a part of their legitimate business interest without asking for consent. ( Neal Rubin The Detroit Is it the use of the word entitlement? Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. ): Raleigh/Triangle Alumni Club Hurricanes vs Red Wings Event. However, I'm sure there have been racists who in fact called others racist, so it's not logically impossible. Every situation creates opportunity for personal growth, and that is how I view this event in my life.". Thank you for your support! The snow has stopped, why cant I travel? Brant came to Rapid City as soon as he got an offer to work for NewsCenter1. Living in OH I often catch bites of tOSU's call man Paul Keels. In reply to Just to play a bit of devil's by aaamichfan, In reply to towards white people? They werestupid thoughts then, too, but at least I canunderstanda young man not being very wise. He was succeeded by Jim Brandstatter. 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.. Brants hobbies include hiking, photography, storm chasing, traveling, runningand visiting historical sites, of which the Black Hills area has many. For the program to be in business with an obviously slanted politcal pundit never made me feel easy. First, his comments were ignorant and if not racist, then damn close. You know it's the offseason when people begin calling the Michigan play-by-play guy a racist for comments that are nowhere near being racist. - Anne Frank 2016-02-03 Das Tagebuch der Anne Frank ist weltberhmt als Dokumentation des unmenschlichen Alltags unter der Nazi-Herrschaft in den Niederlanden. Where did I say that Beckmann deserved anything that Jalen didn't? By Stern told Morning Joe in an extensive interview that MSNBC is the network for him regarding cable news consumption. These hills are a billion years old, and I get to live in their presence.. "As a youngster growing up on the east side of Detroit, I always imagined sitting behind a microphone, announcing Lions and Tigers game. Baseball Broadcasts Do Not Need Rules Analysts, Maggie Gray Is Thrilled to Thrive On A National Stage. The Fab Five were entitled and generally whiny(at the time). Doesn't Frank want people to learn and grow as they mature? WJR posted a photo of Dietz on its Twitter account that said he was filling in for Smith and "having fun in the @FisherBldgDET." Along with his diagnosis, Beckmann suffered a stroke in October; hospitalizing him for 35 days. As for Brian's "analysis".how is the fact that every single verb Jimmy and Jalen used on the topic being in past tense considered "analysis"? He died Saturday night at a hospice center in Clarkston, according to reports. Beckmann was the only person to broadcast I've always thought of him as a good radio guy, but those comments should not be tolerated for the home team announcer. As a midday talk personality, he prides himself on having the 'best informed audience' and always delivers on that promise to them.". Radio stations across the country are dealing with the financial strain of COVID-19 and declined advertising revenue. 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. Saw this was basically covered in an earlier front-page post today. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Click below to see everything we have to offer. Among his accomplishments at the station was starting the Sportswrap talk show in 1981. "As a play-by-play announcer, Frank electrified audiences with his memorable style of calling all the action. In reply to So calling someone racist by evenyoubrutus. The 72-year-old longtime media personality has been suffering from vascular dementia, a over Frank Beckmann's comments is kind of funny. he's apathetic, narrow-minded moron who's incapable of understanding what the Fab Five represented. WJR's longtime voice Frank Beckmann dies at 72 - The Detroit Born in Germany, he grew up on the east side of Detroit, before moving to Warren where he attended Cousino High School because it had a radio station. I tune out on the weekend. In reply to (Letterman awkward collar by BRCE. 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With fball, you can be a bit slower and have a big verbal burst in conjunction with the occassional big play. I don't think calling someone a racist necessarily makes you a racist. He has worked at Sirius XM in Washington D.C., WBEN in Buffalo, NY, and for stations in Baltimore, MD. The sooner he leaves his post at the microphone, the better. It's the most noticeable media plunge yet that the longtime Detroit broadcast journalist has taken since his abrupt departure from WDIV-TV earlier this summer. Bball just has a higher baseline announcing intensity than fball does. Detroit Radio Legend Frank Beckmann Dead at Age 72. It is not yet decided what will replace Beckmann's show, which airs weekdays 9 a.m. to noon. Charges against John DePetro have been dismissed as the radio host faced a trespassing charge related to an incident over the summer during a Monday court hearing. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. In reply to all of the above plus by MGlobules. The on-air This is called an argument. During his time on the air, he also broadcast Detroit Lions from 1979 to 1988 and the Detroit Tigers from 1995 to 2003. Terms of Use have been amended effective October 6, 2019. "I think the key to doing a good radio show is listening to all sides. Controversial celebrities such as Michigan rocker Ted Nugent also frequented Beckmann's show, but his highest-profile interview recently was with outgoing President Donald Trump. Everything is too black and white. Additionally, Stern offered a shoutout to network host Symone Sanders and stated hes no fan ofDatelinerepeats. Frank Beckmann was a professional broadcaster and talk radio host. He was also inducted into the Michigan Sports Hall of Fame and the Michigan Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame. 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. Play by the rules or go pro. Click link below to read more The 72-year-old longtime media personality has beensuffering from vascular dementia, a rare and untreatable brain disease. Find a good Michigan "homer" who feels the same way that we do about Michigan football with no political subtext. Asked aboutDietz's controversial departure from local TV and whether it affected the decision to put him on the air, Wheeler said, "High-profile, smart, connected to Detroit, those are all the things I'm looking for. WDIV-TV reporter Kevin Dietz says he was terminated over comment about black reporter, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. More:WDIV-TV reporter Kevin Dietz says he was terminated over comment about black reporter, The station released a statement on July 1 that framed Dietz's departure as a resignation:Kevin Dietz has resigned from WDIV effective immediately. Update: Rest in peace, Frank. 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. Also, should people really be fired because you don't agree with their politics? Or was that just unfortunate word choice? . However, Beckmanns career stretched beyond sports. If I tell someone to expect 60 mph winds, I better darn well know what that looks like and what its capable of. The radio host thanked MSNBC for providing him with what he loves: 24/7 news. ??. Chief Meteorologist Brant Beckman answers this and more, LIVE: Chief Meteorologist Brant Beckman and what you need to know, Black Hills Winter Storm: Updated snow total forecast as details become clearer, Kelvin Helmholtz Instability in the Bighorns: Cloud making waves on social media, Black Hills Forecast Discussion: Potential storm next week targets South Dakota. During his legendary career, Beckmann served as the voice of University of Michigan football and basketball. Beckmann announced his retirement in January, 2021, after a 48-year radio career with the News/Talk outlet. WebFrank Beckmann Death - Obituary - Dead - Passed Away : . 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. The doctors said they dont expect him to last until Monday, his wife said. Beckmann announced UM football games for 33 seasons Retirement represents latest change for Detroit station Frank Beckmann started at WJR in 1972. The University made money on the backs of the poor starving kid, blah blah blah, they still cheated (Webber the most obviously, but it is a little arrogant to think that none of them knew about him or were receiving anything themselves). I watch you guys every morning, Stern said (h/tMediaite). Steve Finateri, vice president and marketing manager for Cumulus Detroit, said the station has begun a search for his replacement. I loved them at the time, but watching that documentary was more like watching Titanic for me. Weve had a long relationship with Kevin and we wish him well. Brant earned his bachelors degree in history from Culver-Stockton College in Canton, Mo. Longtime news director Dick Haefner retired last month after 51 years at the station. 2023 www.freep.com. I'm surprised he didn't mention the word "GRIT!" The station features a syndicated lineup, including Hugh Hewitt, Brian Kilmeade, Dan Bongino, Mike Gallagher, Joe Pags, and Bill OReilly. I absolutely love Frank Beckmann as he is part of the Michigan tradition for me. Both guys said stupid things, but one guy is lauded and protected and the other is hammered. He says, Dont worry, well be seeing them win championships before long as well. If he was saying what he felt like as a 18-19 year old kid, fine. In reply to The comments are racist like by Wolverine318. "That's where we draw our future talents," said Wheeler, noting that former Detroit TV anchor Guy Gordon spent a couple of years subbing for Smith before starting his 3-5 p.m. show on WJR. If you choose to make a purchase after clicking a link, I may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. Longtime WJR-AM radio host and University of Michigan football play-by-play man Frank Beckmann is in critical condition at an Oakland County hospice facility, his family said Friday. Karen Beckmann, his wife, told The Detroit News that doctors give him days to live. Your message has not been sent. His comments were clearly alluding to somethimg more than what was written, and I think what the OP assumes that something is a general annimostity toward outgoing african american players that became bigger than Michigan that aren't going to behave as old white men would want them to. 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. Be fired because you do n't think like me, ahhhhhhhhhhhhh!! 11! 11! Building in Midtown Detroit New Adventure with Fox business Personalised ads and content measurement, audience insights and product.! 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