''Shotgun Tom'' Kelly to Host Marconi Radio Awards

RADIO ONLINE | Monday, July 1, 2013

NAB has announced that the 2013 NAB Marconi Radio Awards Dinner & Show will be hosted by legendary radio personality "Shotgun Tom" Kelly. The event will take place September 19 at the 2013 Radio Show in Orlando. Kelly, who received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in April, has had a 40-year career in radio and television, including 16 years in Los Angeles radio where he anchors afternoons on CBS Radio's Classic Hits KRTH-FM (K-EARTH 101).

Before joining KRTH-FM, Kelly aired on legendary stations in San Diego, including KGB-AM, KCBQ-AM and KFMB-FM. "'Shotgun's energy and vibrant personality will keep the show moving. Nobody loves Radio and Radio people more than 'Shotgun'!" said NAB Executive VP/Radio John David.

Kelly has also been recognized for his work in television, hosting popular children's programs, "Words-a-Poppin," which was syndicated nationally and "Kids Club," which ran for twelve seasons. He won multiple Emmy Awards as outstanding host. His voice has long been featured in national TV and radio commercials, and he also appeared in the motion picture "Deja Vu" with Denzel Washington. Most recently, he narrates the worldwide TV show "A 1000 Ways to Die" and voice of the long-running television program, "America's Most Wanted."