The National Association of Broadcasters will induct radio personality Donnie Simpson into the NAB Broadcasting Hall of Fame. Simpson started in radio at age 15 in Detroit, but is best known for his work in the D.C. market, reports Radio Ink.

Simpson worked on-air at 93.9 Kiss FM (WKYS) from 1977 to 1993, also serving as Program Director. He shifted to competitor WPGC, where he hosted mornings until 2010. Five years later, he returned to Urban One’s Majic 102.3 (WMMJ) until his retirement in January.

His influence, states Radio Ink, “extended into television, hosting BET’s Video Soul and appearing on Martin and The Jamie Foxx Show. He also appeared in several movies.

“Simpson is also honored for his philanthropy, raising more than $220,000 for Hurricane Katrina relief in 2005. He has also contributed to fundraising activities for AIDS research and the United Negro College Fund. To assist minority college students with financial aid, Simpson and his wife founded The Donnie & Pam Simpson Scholarship Fund.”

This award will be presented at the NAB Show on April 15 in Las Vegas.

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