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| Dr. Johnny Fever | |
|---|---|
| WKRP in Cincinnati character | |
 Johnny Fever unsuccessfully flirts with receptionist Jennifer Marlowe (Loni Anderson) | |
| Portrayed by | Howard Hesseman |
| In-universe information | |
| Gender | Male |
| Occupation | Disc jockey |
| Family | Carrie Caravella (mother) |
| Spouse | Paula (divorced) Another ex-wife |
| Children | Laurie Caravella |
| Relatives | George (uncle) Phoebe (aunt) |
| Nationality | American |
Dr. Johnny Fever is a fictional character on the American television sitcom WKRP in Cincinnati. He was inspired by Skinny Bobby Harper, who previously had been a DJ in Atlanta and on Cincinnati's Top 40 station WSAI.[1] The character was portrayed by Howard Hesseman.[2]