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Zoneboy · 07-28-2013, 12:26 AM

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David “Kidd” Kraddick, the radio and TV personality whose locally based “Kidd Kraddick in the Morning” is heard on Dallas’ KISS-FM and stations across the nation, has died, sources said late Saturday.

“It has been confirmed that Kidd Kraddick passed away today in New Orleans at a golf tournament organized to raise money for his beloved Kidd’s Kids charity,” KISS-FM owner Clear Channel said in a news release.

The statement was attributed to Kelly Kibler, Clear Channel’s Dallas manager, and was confirmed by a second source close to Kraddick.

“He died doing what he loved, and his final day was spent selflessly focused on those special children that meant the world to him,” the statement read. “Kidd devoted his life to making people smile every morning, and for 21 years, his foundation has been dedicated to bringing joy to thousands of chronically and terminally ill children,” the company said.

Kraddick, 53, has been a staple in the Dallas market since his late-night debut in 1984 on KEGL-FM (The Eagle). But his ascension to mainstay status began in 1992, when he moved to KHKS-FM (KISS-FM, 106.1) and began broadcasting his morning show, now known as “Kidd Kraddick in the Morning.”

By 2001 the show was syndicated, and, according to his website, is heard in more than 100 cities.

The Marconi Award-winner's brand expanded even further in recent months when he and his morning crew were added to Dish Nation, a syndicated TV show.Social media exploded with activity after news of the death broke.

Kraddick’s Facebook page was filled with hundreds of condolences, and Twitter was active as well.

“RIP Kidd Kraddick. You were an amazing man and a friend. You are already missed,” Mark Cuban tweeted.

Gordon Keith wrote: “RIP Kidd Kraddick from the Musers. Unbelievable.”

And news anchor Gloria Campos of WFAA-TV (Channel 8) tweeted: “Kidd Kraddick one of the good guys & a tremendous talent. I’m stunned by the news of his passing. Thoughts & prayers to his family & fans.”

Penny Lane · 07-28-2013, 11:54 AM

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Zoneboy RIP, I'LL NEVER FORGET YOU :( Moderator Forum Superstar Join Date: Jul 13, 2003 Location: AT HOME WISHING ALL THIS WAS JUST A DREAM AND THAT I'LL WAKE UP FROM THIS NIGHTMARE. Posts: 34,472	Syndicated Radio Host Kidd Kraddick 1960-2013 Link David “Kidd” Kraddick, the radio and TV personality whose locally based “Kidd Kraddick in the Morning” is heard on Dallas’ KISS-FM and stations across the nation, has died, sources said late Saturday. “It has been confirmed that Kidd Kraddick passed away today in New Orleans at a golf tournament organized to raise money for his beloved Kidd’s Kids charity,” KISS-FM owner Clear Channel said in a news release. The statement was attributed to Kelly Kibler, Clear Channel’s Dallas manager, and was confirmed by a second source close to Kraddick. “He died doing what he loved, and his final day was spent selflessly focused on those special children that meant the world to him,” the statement read. “Kidd devoted his life to making people smile every morning, and for 21 years, his foundation has been dedicated to bringing joy to thousands of chronically and terminally ill children,” the company said. Kraddick, 53, has been a staple in the Dallas market since his late-night debut in 1984 on KEGL-FM (The Eagle). But his ascension to mainstay status began in 1992, when he moved to KHKS-FM (KISS-FM, 106.1) and began broadcasting his morning show, now known as “Kidd Kraddick in the Morning.” By 2001 the show was syndicated, and, according to his website, is heard in more than 100 cities. The Marconi Award-winner's brand expanded even further in recent months when he and his morning crew were added to Dish Nation, a syndicated TV show.Social media exploded with activity after news of the death broke. Kraddick’s Facebook page was filled with hundreds of condolences, and Twitter was active as well. “RIP Kidd Kraddick. You were an amazing man and a friend. You are already missed,” Mark Cuban tweeted. Gordon Keith wrote: “RIP Kidd Kraddick from the Musers. Unbelievable.” And news anchor Gloria Campos of WFAA-TV (Channel 8) tweeted: “Kidd Kraddick one of the good guys & a tremendous talent. I’m stunned by the news of his passing. Thoughts & prayers to his family & fans.”
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