Forsythe to Retire from WMGF/Orlando Morning Show

RADIO ONLINE | Monday, January 29, 2018

John Forsythe

Veteran radio personality John Forsythe will retire from "The John & Leslye Morning Show" on iHeartMedia AC WMGF-FM (Magic 107.7)/Orlando beginning March 30. Forsythe joined Gale for mornings in 2010. He began his radio career in his hometown of Roswell, NM, while still a junior in high school. Throughout his 50-year career, Forsythe has also worked for WQAM-AM/Miami, KLIF-AM/Dallas, KOB-FM/Albuquerque and KCBQ-FM and Class FM/San Diego.

"It's been a difficult decision to step away from such a successful show but it's time," said Forsythe. "Radio has given me so many amazing life experiences. From the early days in Miami with the Bee Gees living on the same canal as QAM in the '70s, to being part of the Chargers broadcast team in the '80s, to raising millions for children's hospitals in the '90s and 2000s, radio has enriched my life in so many ways! I'm grateful for the opportunity to try and make someone's day better through warmth and laughter."

"John has been the ultimate professional since the day we hired him," added President of iHeartMedia's North Florida Region Linda Byrd. "He is a great employee and a wonderful on-air talent with incredible client service skills. Although he will be sorely missed, I am happy we can send him off into the sunset to enjoy retirement with his beautiful wife, Faith."

Forsythe's charitable efforts have included working with local children's hospitals throughout his career and serving on the Board of Directors for the American Heart Association. He is also a member of the New Mexico Broadcasters Hall of Fame.

After Forsythe's retirement, Gale will continue to host the weekly morning program while iHeartMedia searches for a new co-host.