Dick Clark was an American icon. He has helped many Americans understand the language of Rock and Roll. He wanted people around the world to give Rock and Roll a chance.

On November 30, 1929 Richard Wagstaff Clark was born the son of Richard Wagstaff Clark Sr and, Julia Fuller. He was born and raised in Mount Vernon, New York. Dick Clark was very smart as a young boy. When he was 20 he went to Syracuse university. In 1951 he graduated with a degree in advertising. People gave him the nickname of the world’s oldest teenager. In 1956 Dick Clark started a tv show called American Bandstand. He introduced Rock and Roll to the American citizens. This show gave many new music artist their first exposure as a singer. The show ended in 1986.

Dick Clark is a hero to me because he touched so many people in so many ways. He took such pride and dedication to his career. He even completed his career in front of millions of Americans on national television while being sick and having slurred speech. I have always admired Clark for his youthful appearance and yet having a world of knowledge.

He died on April 19, 2012. It will never be the same on New Years eve when watching the ball drop in Times Square and not hearing Dick Clark’s voice or seeing his face. He will be remembered and honored for all of his accomplishments.