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Powerhouse Disc Jockey Dan Ingram Dies At 83

Dan Ingram was a legendary disc jockey on WABC-AM in New York City for two decades from the early '60s into the '80s.
Longtime WABC disc jockey Dan Ingram died Sunday at age 83. Ingram was known for his irreverence and quick wit.

One of the most popular disc jockeys in the history of American radio has died. For more than 20 years, was one of the top jocks on one of the top stations. Ingram's career spanned five decades at stations across the country. He died Sunday at his home in Florida. Ingram was 83 years old.

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