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WKTU/New York Names Sean ''Hollywood'' Hamilton to Mornings


Sean ''Hollywood'' Hamilton
Sean ''Hollywood'' Hamilton

WKTU (103.5 KTU)/New York appoints veteran air personality Sean "Hollywood" Hamilton as host of the KTU morning show "Hollywood Hamilton and the KTU Morning Crew," beginning September 16. He's been entertaining listeners for over three decades and was a part of the original air talent lineup when 103.5 KTU launched in 1996. Hamilton was inducted into the Radio Hall of Fame in 2019.

"We are ecstatic to move Hollywood Hamilton to KTU mornings," said 103.5 KTU Program Director Chris Conley. "His deep understanding of music and keen ability to connect with audiences make him the perfect fit to lead our morning show. This marks an exciting chapter for the station and we can't wait for our listeners to experience his infectious energy and passion for music."

"I've been talking with iHeart about this opportunity for years, and now is the perfect time to make it happen," said Sean "Hollywood" Hamilton. "With Thea Mitchem and Chris Conley leading the charge and KTU's renewed success, we're in an incredible position, it's time to bring the magic to the AM slot."

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