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Alan Freed
American disc jockey and rock-and-roll figure
- Born1921
- Died1965
- Known asAmerican disc jockey and rock-and-roll figure
Photo: Photo by James Kriegsmann, NY, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
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When did Alan Freed die?
January 20, 19651
Alan Freed was born on December 15, 1921 and died on January 20, 1965, aged 43.
- Wikipedia: Alan Freed, revision of Sep 20, 2026
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- Known for: American disc jockey and rock-and-roll figure (1921–1965)
- Born: December 15, 1921
- Died: January 20, 1965
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- Albert James "Alan" Freed (December 15, 1921 – January 20, 1965) was an American disc jockey.
- He also produced and promoted large traveling concerts with various acts, helping to spread the importance of rock and roll music throughout North America, including popularizing the term "rock and roll".
- In 1986, Freed was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
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Alan Freed comes up in these episodes:
- MyShowNotes ✓ Radio | Public Figures – A Nateland Podcast | Ep #33: 1950s DJ who popularized the term rock and roll. (1:25:01)
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Who is Alan Freed?
Albert James "Alan" Freed (December 15, 1921 – January 20, 1965) was an American disc jockey.
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