Radio HOF Announces ’26 Legends Class
• The Radio Hall of Fame announced the selection of nine 2026 Legends inductees. These individuals have received posthumous induction by the determination of the Radio Hall of Fame 2026 Nominating Committee, who annually meet to determine inductees who contributed with greatness to the radio industry and have since passed away.
The following nine radio legends take their place in the Radio Hall of Fame immediately:
Top row, (l-r): Lin Brehmer — On-Air Personality • Vivian Carter — On-Air Personality and Record Company Executive • Dale Dorman — On-Air Personality • Gary Krantz — Network Radio and Syndication Executive • Wink Martindale — On-Air Personality, Game Show Host, and Television Producer.
Bottom row, (l-r): B. Mitchell Reed — On-Air Personality • Pierre Robert — On-Air Personality • Polito Vega — On-Air Personality • D.E. “Duke” Wright — Radio Station Owner and Executive. Photos and bios of the 2026 Legends are also available at radiohalloffame.com.
Dennis Green, Co-Chair of the Radio Hall of Fame, said, “The Radio Hall of Fame is proud to honor this year’s Legends inductees, whose extraordinary careers have helped define the history and enduring impact of radio. From iconic on-air personalities to visionary executives, each has left an indelible mark on our industry and earned their rightful place in the Radio Hall of Fame.”
Co-Chair Kraig Kitchin noted, “It’s an honor and privilege to witness the induction of these radio industry legends. We hope this recognition of their industry contributions benefits their family, colleagues, friends and listeners.”
The Radio Hall of Fame will recognize its 2026 class of inductees at the 2026 Radio Hall of Fame induction ceremony on Thursday, Oct. 8, at the Fairmont Chicago. Tickets are on sale now at radiohalloffame.com. A portion of ticket purchases is a tax-deductible charitable donation to the Museum of Broadcast Communications.
Tribute Book ads for the 2026 Radio Hall of Fame induction ceremony are also available for purchase now. Contact Linde Thurman at Linde@radiohalloffame.com.
