Charlie Thomas Retiring from Sacramento's 96.9 The Eagle

RADIO ONLINE | Friday, January 29, 2021

Charlie Thomas

Longtime KSEG-FM 96.9 The Eagle on-air veteran and current morning show host Charlie Thomas has announced his retirement.

"There is simply no way to properly acknowledge thirty-six years of dedication and success on one station... the last twenty-three of which Charlie Thomas has given to Entercom Sacramento," said Stacey Kauffman, Senior Vice President and Market Manager, Entercom Sacramento. "In his well-deserved retirement, he leaves behind a truly indelible mark, not only on this company and our industry as a whole, but most importantly on the people of Sacramento. He is so much more than a top-tier broadcaster - he is a top-tier human being. He has a true gift for making that special connection with his audience and will be remembered fondly by all who were fortunate enough to experience that connection first-hand."

"When I moved to Sacramento 36 years ago, I thought it was a stepping stone to the "Big Time," said Thomas. "Didn't take long to realize it would become my home. I'm proud to have become a part of this community... served up a rockin' soundtrack for its residents and in some measure helped to provide a voice for them."

He added, "It's been quite a journey, staying in the same place. I've met a number of incredible and talented people along the way - too many to mention, and thank... and a *few* weasels as well! Definitely want to give props to my Eagle folks and my fellow staff in the early days of 93 Rock. It's been a privilege to work beside you and a pleasure to be with Entercom these last 23 years."