William B. Williams (DJ)
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William B. Williams (August 6, 1923 ā August 3, 1986) was an American disc jockey on New York City radio station WNEW for over four decades. He hosted the popular program Make Believe Ballroom. Williams is particularly noted for coining the title "Chairman of the Board" for Frank Sinatra.
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William B. Williams | |
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Born | William Breitbard (1923-08-06)August 6, 1923 |
Died | August 3, 1986(1986-08-03) (aged 62) New York City, US |
Spouse | Dotty Mack |
Children | 1 |
Career | |
Show | Make Believe Ballroom |
Station | WNEW |
Style | Disk Jockey |
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Unusually, Williams appeared in the November, 1966 issue of Detective Comics, in a story which involved Bruce Wayne and Dick Grayson, the civilian identities of Batman and Robin, appearing on his show. He was given a prominent appearance on the cover for the occasion.[1]