Remembering Sid Mark
• Audacy is saddened to report the passing of the legendary air personality Sid Mark, generally recognized as the world’s foremost authority on the music of Frank Sinatra as the longtime host of Sunday With Sinatra. Mark, who was 88, notably spent the past two decades at Audacy’s Talk Radio 1210 WPHT/Philadelphia.
A memo from David Yadgaroff, SVP/Market Manager of Audacy Philadelphia, reads, in part, “I’m terribly sad to share with you that our friend, co-worker and iconic broadcaster, Sid Mark, passed away last night… We lost a man who speaks for a living, whose audience has been enraptured by every word — eloquent and articulate. Sid’s radio career spanned 65 years, the last 22 at Talk Radio 1210 WPHT and 43 years of national syndication. He presented the music of Frank Sinatra from the standpoint of a friend as well as a fan. As the host of the longest-running, single-artist, syndicated radio program in America, Sid was the leading authority on Frank Sinatra and his entertainment legacy. His personal relationship with Sinatra began in the mid ’60s and allowed Sid to offer more than just the remarkable music but insights into Sinatra’s career with personal anecdotes and stories behind the timeless music.
Yadgaroff continued, “I first met Sid as I was trying to break into our business and, as expected, he was the consummate mentor and gentleman offering sage advice. Decades later, I was honored and thrilled when we had the chance to work together at WPHT. I would visit him on the weekend at the studio and watch him deliver his legendary show while enjoying the camaraderie and stories. We developed a true friendship and for that I am eternally grateful. I know I speak for everyone when I say this is a profound loss for all of us and Sinatra fans around the world. May his memory be a blessing.”
Mark is survived by his beloved wife Judy and his children Andy, Eric (and wife Suzi), Brian, Stacey and grandson Jason. The family asks that donations in Sid’s memory be made to Best Friends Animal Society.
