Doug Banks, Legendary Radio Personality, dead at 57 - MEMORIAL SERVICE IN DALLAS APRIL 16TH 10AM -

Doug Banks Memorial
Date: April 16th at 10am
Address: SPARKMAN HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME & MEMORIAL PARK
7405 West Northwest Highway
DALLAS, TX 75225
Phone: 214-363-5401
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Long time syndicated Radio host Doug Banks passed away Monday morning. He had been recovering from a stroke, had diabetes, and was on dialysis.

Doug was off the air for several months recovering, returning to the airwaves in February and seemed better. Many last saw Doug on the last Soul Train Cruise, or in Chicago last Friday at the Black Womens Business Convention.

Doug was born in Philadelphia and grew up in Detroit.

When I talked on the phone to Doug Banks' former Executive Producer Tim Smith earlier today, Tim said that he just spoke to Doug last Wednesday, and that Bank's spirits were high, he was alert, and very optimistic about his total recovery.

Doug was one of the best in radio and his high energy show was fun-filled with a great deal of laughter. http://www.dougbanksradioshow.com/

Doug worked many years in Chicago in the 80's and 90 at WGCI and WVAZ (V-103), and I remember him while growing up in Los Angeles listening to Doug on heritage 1580 KDAY. Doug Banks show also aired in New York on WBLS, in Detroit, San Francisco, Las Vegas...to name a few. The well known nationally syndicated Doug Banks Radio Show was launched by ABC Radio Network, and was last syndicated in the afternoons by American Urban Radio Networks. http://chicagodefender.com/2016/04/11/syndicated-radio-jock-and-broadcast-legend-doug-banks-passes/



Radio Journalist, and publisher of popular website "Radio Facts" Kevin Ross stated on his website: "When I saw Doug a few months ago in the neighborhood on his way to CVS he didn’t look so well as we chatted about catching up for lunch. Shortly thereafter, I called Wendy, though they were not together at this time, but I knew they were still good friends, and she said that 'Doug is just going through complications of diabetes, but thanks for checking on him'. Sadly, this morning, our Good friend & Former Agent, Brad Ginsburg, reached out to me and told me that our good friend, Doug Banks, is finally at peace."

Journalist Roland Martin, host of TV One's 'News One Now' tweeted: "I am stunned to hear of the death of Doug Banks. I heard he was not doing well and had failing kidneys. This is just so hard."

Al Sharpton, host of Syndicated Radio Show "Keeping it Real with Al Sharpton" stated on his program: "...our prayers and condolences go to Doug Banks' family. He was a good brother, a great broadcaster, and he will be missed."

WBLS New York Program Director Skip Dillard stated on his facebook site: "An increasingly Sunny Monday just turned sad for me as I leaned of the sudden passing of the amazing Doug Banks this morning. He did mornings on WBLS for several years and was currently among the top rated Afternoon talents at V103 Chicago. Doug's syndicated morning show, WGCI and WBMX stints all served as Inspiration for me in my career! I always coveted his air checks! I last saw him 3 years ago when we did a tribute to Jerry Boulding during Nielsen's annual radio conference. RIP"

Former Doug Banks Show Executive Producer Hurricane Dave Smith: "I was in the food court at CNN center today when I got the news that Doug Banks passed away. It literally brought me to tears. I had the honor of being Doug's Executive Producer when we worked together at ABC Radio Networks. He was a real professional and will be missed. Our kids used to play together. Sad day, we lost a legend."


Production Director for Radio One in Detroit Bobby Holiday: "Long live the distinguished career of Mr. Doug Banks! RIP Sir. Words will never be able to express the joy you brought to my live and my career!! You will be sorely missed!!!!"

Program Director and On-Air Talent for Cumulus Lafayette, Louisiana Jerold Jackson: "The guy right here has mentored many in our business. Always a smile and was genuinely a radio guy. RIP Doug Banks."

Production Director of Radio One Washington DC cluster Mike Chase: "Wow....I had NO idea. God bless his fam. RIP Doug."

Doug Banks and Tom Joyner Turntable Brothers

Doug Banks wasn't just my Turntable Brother, he was my other brother! We did this back when urban radio made itself the best thing on the air - and we made each other better. Chicago, radio and afternoons will never be the same. I miss him and what we shared together. Say man! I'll see you on the other side Doug.

Posted by Tom Joyner on Monday, April 11, 2016

Legendary Radio Personality Tom Joyner: "Doug Banks wasn’t just my Turntable Brother, he was my other brother! We did this back when urban radio made itself the best thing on the air – and we made each other better. Chicago, radio and afternoons will never be the same. I miss him and what we shared together."

American Urban Radio Networks President Jerry Lopes: “We were all deeply saddened to hear the news of Doug’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family ….his wife Wendy and his daughters Kennede and Kelli said Jerry Lopes, President of Program Operations and Affiliations for American Urban Radio Networks, distributors of the Doug Banks Radio Show. “Radio has lost a true legend”.

Author, Filmmaker, and Radio Personality Michael Baisden: "Doug Banks and I had a history that went back far beyond my appearances on his nationally syndicated show. I’m from Chicago where Doug Banks was at the top of his game on the airwaves. His voice was synonymous with the city of Chicago. I’m going to miss you Doug, the times we spent together in the studio having fun, the Jamaica Island Jams, but most of all seeing you every day in Dallas in the studio next door. It was great hanging out with with you, Dee Dee, and Rudy Rush. You always had an open door and a kind word. I’ll never forget that. My heart and prayers go out to you and your family. Rest in peace Dougie!"

Legendary Singer Eddie Levert Sr: "Sad to say its true, miss you man!!!!!!!"

Doug Banks death is sudden and the whole Radio World is in mourning.

More details to come on the tragic death of Radio Legend Doug Banks.

Links:
http://www.dougbanksradioshow.com/
http://chicagodefender.com/2016/04/11/syndicated-radio-jock-and-broadcast-legend-doug-banks-passes/