By Also, should people really be fired because you don't agree with their politics? This is a serious subject that I approached through humor," Dietz wrote. See the snow from around the Black Hills! He died Saturday night at a hospice center in Clarkston, All rights reserved. Along with his diagnosis, Beckmann suffered a stroke in October; hospitalizing him for 35 days. Beckmann In fact, after living with many blacks and interacting with them on a daily basis, it's quite the opposite(in many cases). Staying current is easy with Crain's news delivered straight to your inbox, free of charge. The most memorable moment of that tenure was in 1997 when the Wolverines won the national championship. According to Dietz, the black reporter involvedsaid he was not offended andcame to his defense, but that WDIVhas a zero-tolerance policy aboutracially insensitive statements. If you would like to change your settings or withdraw consent at any time, the link to do so is in our privacy policy accessible from our home page.. He was diagnosed with vascular dementia in June of last year. He would nurse the novices through their nervousness.. If you listen carefully, he is usually a good three seconds behind the roar of the crowd or stammering to figure out the best way to describe what just happened. What, you've never said anything stupid? He also helped raise tens of millions of dollars for local charities such as the Autism Alliance of Michigan, the Fallen and Wounded Soldiers Fund and Dutton Farm. 2022 MGoBlog. Play by the rules or go pro. It's a term used when one black person wants to accuse another of "acting white" or "assimilating into white culture"as if all white people are one single homogenous group where one person doesn't deviate from another. SiriusXM radio host Howard Stern told Morning Joes Joe Scarborough and Willie Geist in an extensive interview that MSNBC is the network for him regarding cable news consumption. Longtime WJR-AM radio host and University of Michigan football play-by-play man Frank Beckmann is in critical condition at an Oakland County hospice facility, his family said Friday. Karen Beckmann, his wife, told The Detroit News that doctors give him days to live. "IF he was saying what he felt like as a 18-19 year old kid" WBB B1G tourney preview - first 2 rounds 22-23, One Frame At A Time: 2022 Season GIF Tournament - Elite 8, One Frame At A Time: 2022 Season GIF Tournament - Sweet 16, OT: Wednesday evening mens hoops comments, OT(? Regardless, his comments were no more racist than Rose's were, and the quick jump to him being an old white racist by many of those here is ridiculous. ", Beckmann continued: "I even got a text this morning from Jocelyn Benson and that meant a lot to me because sure, I've got my views, and they may be different than somebody else's, but you have to listen to them. Black Hills Blizzard: Additional snow accumulations possible through Friday, Is the storm over? Beckmann calling him racist for it was likewise stupid. Im watching oldDatelines. In reply to all of the above plus by MGlobules. He is survived by his wife, two children and three grandchildren. by chitownblue2. With the equanimity to moderate a panel discussion, the focus, and spontaneity to handle play-by-play, and the sharpened instincts of a reporter, he added. Beckman also wrote columns for the Detroit News for ten years. 2018 Petabit Scale, All Rights Reserved. Second, he's supposed to be the Michigan broadcast guy. Steve Finateri, vice president and marketing manager for Cumulus Detroit, said the station has begun a search for his replacement. Karen Beckmann, his wife, told The Detroit News that doctors give him days to live. The 72-year-old longtime media personality has been suffering from vascular dementia, a rare and untreatable brain disease. If this is what gets him fired so they can bring in someone better then it will be worth it. Baseball Broadcasts Do Not Need Rules Analysts, Maggie Gray Is Thrilled to Thrive On A National Stage. That's pretty cut and dry, to me. In my opinion, he definitely comes across as racist, though I am sure that he doesn't believe that he is. As for jealous and bitter vs. youthful and arrogantI'll concede the point that I was putting meaning on to your words that perhaps you didn't mean. Beckmann was inducted into the Michigan Sports Hall of Fame as well as the Michigan Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame among numerous honors. Brant earned his bachelors degree in history from Culver-Stockton College in Canton, Mo. Last March, as he closed his final show on Detroit radio station WJR, Frank Beckmann told his Beckmann announced his retirement in January, 2021, after a 48-year radio career with the News/Talk outlet. Terms of Use have been amended effective October 6, 2019. Frank Beckmann, the retired radio host and University of Michigan announcer, has died as a result of vascular dementia. An example of data being processed may be a unique identifier stored in a cookie. He has worked at Sirius XM in Washington D.C., WBEN in Buffalo, NY, and for stations in Baltimore, MD. And if by "walked and inch in his shoes" you mean growing up a poor black kid in a single parent family in inner city detroit then rising to national fame because of my basketball ability, then no, I have not. Have I? Wow, fuck you buddy.". Sorrydon't agree. His comments were stupid. Click link below to read more The doctors said they dont expect him to last until Monday, his wife said. Unsettled weather next week: How do we know anything this far out? Audio Ink is a trademark of Streamline Publishing, Inc. Log In (Existing Digital Subscriptions Only), Chicago Bears Broadcasts Moving up the Dial Next Year, Former FEMA Execs Push To Save AM Radio in EVs. Beckmann enjoyed an extensive career behind the microphone lasting 48 years. Because it couldn't be more clear that this "if" is indeed the case. By the way, I want to give a shoutout to MSNBC, Stern added. They werestupid thoughts then, too, but at least I canunderstanda young man not being very wise. I personally will stand with the latter and tell Beckmann to STFU. Regardless, it sucks and there should at least be a good semi-sincere apology issued. He spent 48 years on "The Great Voice of The Great Lakes", 33 years calling U of M football games, and the last 17 years of his career hosting "The Frank Beckmann Show". He knew how to press the professionals, so they didnt disassemble or reflect, WJR host Guy Gordon told the paper. My company makes a lot more off of my work than they pay me. Ufer would die of cancer on October 26, 1981, before the season ended. I think the more subtly bigoted thing about Beckmann's comments was the whole "antithesis" argument. Unlike DePetro, who had his charges dismissed, Perkins still faces an assault charge, according to court records. In reply to Just to play a bit of devil's by aaamichfan, In reply to towards white people? Beckmann has none of this. Gordon referred to Beckmann as the the Swiss Army knife of broadcasters.. ??. Apparently someone has struck a nerve with you! Beckmann announced UM football games for 33 seasons Retirement represents latest change for Detroit station Frank Beckmann started at WJR in 1972. My betyou've not walked an inch in those shoes. This was made on facebook, and not even to the general public. The answer is because he used a word that went beyond "not liking" the Fab Five. Don't expect any special changes to the show as it winds down. "That's one I'll never forget," Beckmann said. In reply to I thinkall of this is by UMdad. Nationally, on air advertising revenue at radio stations in the U.S. was projected to fall 11 percent year over year to $12.8 billion in 2020, according to market researcher BIA Advisory Services. During Wednesday morning's broadcast,Dietz interviewed Macomb County public works commissioner Candice Miller, Oakland Country treasurerAndy Meisner, former WJR reporter Tom Corbett (who now resides in Hong Kong and talked about the massive protests underway there) and a former hit man again in trouble with the law. Born in Germany, he grew up on the east side of Detroit, before moving to Warren where he attended Cousino High School because it had a radio station. Give Light and the People Will Find Their Own Way. So in your view, both of their comments were stupid, and even though Beckmann's came from someone that wasn't a disadvantaged youth, he deserves the long defense of his point of view, but Jalen doesn't? -M.W. I watch you guys every morning, Stern said (h/tMediaite). He said he was glad to see "no racists" on this current team unlike the Fab Five -- I don't need to even go into that one. I absolutely love Frank Beckmann as he is part of the Michigan tradition for me. The 72-year-old longtime media personality has been suffering from vascular dementia, a KZLS started simulcasting on KQOB at the beginning of this year after the 96.9 signal was leased to Citadel and Cumulus Media for nineteen years. Longtime WJR-AM Detroit host Frank Beckmann died Saturday night, according to The Detroit News. Aber Anne Frank war nicht nur eine hellwache und beraus reife Chronistin ihres Alltags. His play by play is pretty good but his obsequious byplay is obnoxious. "As a play-by-play announcer, Frank electrified audiences with his memorable style of calling all the action. Frank Beckmann, the play-by-play announcer for Michigan football for 33 years and long time announcer for the Detroit Lions and Detroit Tigers died in hospice care at the age of 72. Prior to WFMD, he hosted an afternoon program at News Talk 103.7 FM in Chambersburg, PA. Frank Beckmann retires after nearly 50 years - Michigan Radio & TV Buzzboard Acceptable registrations in the queue through December 31, 2022 at 9:30a ET have now been activated. Beckmann began in the station's "News Talk" in 1972 before taking over for Bob Ufer as the University of Michigan football play-by-play announcer in 1981. I don't see how this should affect his standing as a play-by-play man. He was also inducted into the Michigan Sports Hall of Fame and the Michigan Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame. The Detroit News was the first to report his death, citing his wife, Karen. I really enjoy the show. I've always thought he was overrated. I watch this channel exclusively for news. 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WJR has had a long history serving as the radio home for Detroit sports teams, but after the Lions decided to drop their broadcasting rights deal with WJR this year, 97.1 The Ticket will be the flagship station for all four of the city's pro teams. WJR talk radio host Frank Beckmann was diagnosed with an illness called Vascular Dementia. He says, Dont worry, well be seeing them win championships before long as well. You think he should have been fired for it? Beckmann retired in March of 2021 after almost 50 years at the station. Finateri lauded Beckmann's accomplishments in the release. He started with WJR in 1973 as the newsroom's youngest-ever reporter. Dietz also said in the post, "It is important to include the fact that alcohol was provided at this event and, according to management, was a factor in my termination. Six years ago, he was jailed under Michigan's "super drunk" law after being cited for driving with a blood-alcohol level of 0.17% or higher, according to Michigan Secretary of State records. ): Raleigh/Triangle Alumni Club Hurricanes vs Red Wings Event. The University made money on the backs of the poor starving kid, blah blah blah, they still cheated (Webber the most obviously, but it is a little arrogant to think that none of them knew about him or were receiving anything themselves). That's up from a low of 2.6 reported in June 2019 but down significantly from the 6.7 rating it achieved in December 2017. The 72-year old had vascular dementia and, late last week, doctors had given him only days to live. 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He's not expected to make it through the weekend.https://t.co/BiqHpEbPit, Tony Paul (@TonyPaul1984) February 11, 2022. Check out this home tucked away in the woods of Sturgis. The final day for "The Frank Beckmann Show" is scheduled for March 26, WJR owner Cumulus Media announced Wednesday. "I'm not planning on doing anything different. Prayers for Frank and his family, and thanks for decades of memories. I tune out on the weekend. FOX 2 - Longtime WJR host and University of Michigan football announcer Frank Beckmann passed away Saturday night at a hospice center in Clarkston. I also do not see how this is political. You know it's the offseason when people begin calling the Michigan play-by-play guy a racist for comments that are nowhere near being racist. The 72-year-old longtime media personality has beensuffering from vascular dementia, a rare and untreatable brain disease. Click below to see everything we have to offer. In reply to I like Beckmanns voice for by dothepose. The conversations are available as podcasts on Paul W. Smith's WJR web page. What can I tell you? He was diagnosed with vascular dementia in June of last year. "You really have a great show, and it's an honor to talk to you," Trump told Beckmann at the end of the eight-minute interview.". Make sure you are aware of the new rules! Dietz also sat in for Smitha couple weeks ago, and there are plans for him to cover a few shifts next week for Frank Beckmann's 9 a.m.-noon shift. Legendary Detroit broadcaster Frank Beckmann died Saturday in a hospice following a battle with vascular dementia, he was 72. . If so, fair enough. First, he made a stupid post on Facebook. But the man is entilted to his views. Personally, I would MUCH rather see Brando retire. I don't know that firing Beckmann is the best idea but making him apologize and discuss why his statement was so wrong would at least get his "fans" to hear a message and not go all conspiracy theory. Advertisement Image Credit:freep.com Who Is Frank Beckmanns Wife Karen? ", "I will be forever grateful to WJR for helping all of my boyhood dreams to come true," he said. Privacy Policy Update: Rest in peace, Frank. i tend to agree with 'some' of Beckmann's political views, yet i in no way share ANY of his moronic and misinformed opinions on the Fab 5. During his time on the air, he also broadcast Detroit Lions from 1979 to 1988 and the Detroit Tigers from 1995 to 2003. It is the same old "you don't think like me, ahhhhhhhhhhhhh!!!" Symone coming on strong. Beckmann began his career at WJR in 1973, starting as a sports talk show host. Plus who exactly is a fan of the Frank Beckmann show Facebook page? What happens if your vehicle falls through the ice? Where did I say that Beckmann deserved anything that Jalen didn't? I'm surprised he didn't mention the word "GRIT!" Have you ever actually stopped to read historical markers along the road? I loved them at the time, but watching that documentary was more like watching Titanic for me. Brant believes in order to be a good meteorologist, you have to be able to visualize what youre communicating to people. Who lives and dies with this team and puts more out there than anyone on this little anonymous blog. Doesn't Frank want people to learn and grow as they mature? Caring about the weather is caring about people., Brant is a huge sports fan among other things, claiming that the Cubs winning the World Series was one of the best moments of [his]life.The Chicago Bears football team and the New York Islanders Hockey team are next on his list of championships hes waiting to witness. They are nowhere near being racist? Beckmann had vascular dementia and recently suffered several strokes. During his legendary career, Beckmann served as the voice of University of The next month, he started exhibiting behavior unusual for him. Ufer and Beckmann were the only two radio voices for Wolverine Football for 65 years. My question is, why are we all obligated to love the Fab 5? I thought Beckmann's call of the bball game was awful. And as for "Why can't this guy just notlike the fab five and leave it at that?" Charges against John DePetro have been dismissed as the radio host faced a trespassing charge related to an incident over the summer during a Monday court hearing. The station's offices are located at the top of the Fisher Building in Midtown Detroit. Staying current is easy with Crains news delivered straight to your inbox. Also, I read Brian's posts but although I respect his work with this blog and his enthusiasm as a Michigan fan, I don't blindly believe his analysis like many of the sycophants. I agree with Brian's reference to the moron Beck and would be happy to see this guy get canned. I would say they were more built on not understanding people who do not grow up like you grew up. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Perhaps you were just evening up the ledger since you perceive there to be more defense of Jalen's side. I would say the difference is that I ascribe justification to Jalen's point of viewI understand where he's coming from and so I put them into a context and "forgive" him (for lack of a better wordit implies a right to pass judgment from me on to Jalen that I don't intend). Finally, how is your choice of jealous and bitter somehow better than youthful and ignorant? Theyre fascinating!, Potential winter storm next week? The disease is untreatable. and his masters degree in broadcast meteorology at Mississippi State in Starkville, Miss. For him to publicly say this pathetic, obviously race-fueled drivel is enough to make me write a letter to the University about him. The on-air Morning radio host Beckmann, an opinionated and conservative voice on WJR, is retiring after 48 years with the station. Supercharge your procurement process, with industry leading expertise in sourcing of network backbone, colocation, and packet/optical network infrastructure. He does a great job describing the games. As for Brian's "analysis".how is the fact that every single verb Jimmy and Jalen used on the topic being in past tense considered "analysis"? I've always thought of him as a good radio guy, but those comments should not be tolerated for the home team announcer. He suffered four more strokes since then. According to reports, longtime Detroit radio personality Frank Beckmann has entered hospice care and he is not expected to make it through the weekend. Others who must be great because they have done something for 30+ years: In reply to The 30 years argument is solid by chewieblue. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Those who play the "racist" card first are fair game. For the program to be in business with an obviously slanted politcal pundit never made me feel easy. Error, please try again. "I love Detroit and everyone who calls it 'home.' Beckmann was inducted into the Michigan Sports Hall of Fame and Michigan Broadcasting Hall of Fame. His passion for Byzantine and Russian history brought him overseas to study the lands of Turkey, Russia, Finland and the Baltic States. I just find it hard to swallow picking and choosing. his comments make me suspect he is well aware of the hate thrown at those kids when they were there. I don't think I'm on her good list.". Personnel issues such as this are respectfully private and we will have no further comment., In his July 1 comments on Facebook, Dietz apologized for the incident. In reply to You didn't "say that Beckmann by Voltron Blue. Cold Air Funnels spotted Thursday near Hermosa: What are they? He is survived by his wife, Karen, and two children, Jon and Tori. I know the whole lineup.. I didn't have huge problems with his comments until he got to the part about racism. It's worked this long, why change it now?". BREAKING: Frank Beckmann, longtime Detroit radio personality who called UM football, #Tigers and #Lions games, is in hospice care, his wife has told The News. I'm not expecting to hear from the attorney general. Just an awful radio play-by-play guy. He, of course,is not 18 and should know better. Among his accomplishments at the station was starting the Sportswrap talk show in 1981. It's sad to know that it is simply cheap political hackery anymore. It's the most noticeable media plunge yet that the longtime Detroit broadcast journalist has taken since his abrupt departure from WDIV-TV earlier this summer. The intent of my comment was to openly acknowledge, amongst team members, the challenge its been for our company, and many companies, to achieve diversity goals. Detroit Radio Legend Frank Beckmann Dead at Age 72. He's good at football, but just isn't a good bball guy. A wise man once told me, once the other man begins hurling personal insults in a debate, he's lost the argument. In reply to So calling someone racist by evenyoubrutus. Theyre fascinating! bbeckman@newscenter1.com 605-355-0024 ext 41 Articles Potential winter storm next week? He began his career as a one-man news staff in Alpena before moving to WPON in Pontiac. Beckmann said in the release that he will miss doing his dream job but looks forward to "all the upcoming additional golf time. According to the Detroit Free Press, the former WJR Radio host had been sick for nearly a year since his retirement from the station.. Beckmann began his career at WJR in 1973, starting as a sports talk show host. If I have to work on a saturday and miss the game, his voice is what I want to hear. Design by Human Element. In reply to I have to agree with you on by ChrisPerryCarry. DePetro have been dismissed as he faced a trespassing charge related to an incident over the summer during a Monday court hearing. Shep just seems to understand bball better and give a better picture of what's going on. We and our partners use cookies to Store and/or access information on a device. You're kind of creating a straw man by defining Jalen quite so narrowly (Detroit, national fame, basketball ability), but I can say that I grew up with enough adversity and relative disadvantage that I absolutely carried a chip on my shoulder that motivated me and continues to motivate me to achieve success in my chosen field. I don't think calling someone a racist necessarily makes you a racist. Beckmann died in the evening on February 12, 2022, in hospice care at Clarkston, Oakland County, Michigan. [1] [8] He was 72, had multiple strokes and suffered from vascular dementia prior to his death. 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