Gary Dee

For the German DJ, see Gary D.

Gary David Gilbert, (January 13, 1935 – November 10, 1995)[1] on-air name Gary Dee, was a pioneer in controversial talk radio. He worked for stations which included WERE, WHK, and WWWE (now WTAM) in Cleveland, Ohio. He spent a short time in New York City, but failed to achieve the huge following he had in Ohio.

Gary Dee's style varied from a confrontational, "down home" manner, to satire, and a no-holds barred shock jock style.[2] He paved the way for radio stars who would follow him. Gary made heavy use of country music, especially Johnny Cash and George Jones. In his tongue-in-cheek way, he would poke fun at politicians, society in general, and his own family and life.

  1. ^ Gary David Gilbert gravestone
  2. ^ Adams, Deanna R. (2002). Rock 'n' Roll and the Cleveland Connection. Kent State University Press. p. 94. ISBN 0-87338-691-4.