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TV Personality
The Resume
(September 27, 1936- )
Hosted music/dance show 'Soul Train (1971-1994)'
Produces annual awards show 'Soul Train Music Awards'
Appeared in film 'Roadie (1980)' with Meat Loaf
Why he might be annoying
His catch phrase was 'And you can bet your last money, it will be a stone gas, honey!'
He accused MTV of 'stealing' black artists from his TV specials.
He is divorced.
He has worn the same Afro hairstyle since the 1960's.
His sexuality has been suspect.
Why he might not be annoying
He was a police officer for over a decade.
'Powerful' and 'soothing' best describe his voice.
He was discovered by a local DJ whom he wrote a ticket; the DJ liked the sound of his voice.
His show gave exposure to R&B acts that otherwise might be ignored.
He donates money to many African-American charities.
Credit: Xer
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Year In Review:
For 2009, as of last week, Out of 30 Votes: 63.33% Annoying
In 2008, Out of 40 Votes: 52.50% Annoying
In 2007, Out of 77 Votes: 55.84% Annoying
In 2006, Out of 127 Votes: 51.18% Annoying
In 2005, Out of 93 Votes: 55.91% Annoying
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