Longtime ‘Saturday Night Live’ announcer Don Pardo dead at 96 Updated: August 19, 2014 10:16AM Few would recognize his face, but most would know his voice — that booming baritone that for nearly four decades would introduce the stars on “Saturday Night Live.” Don Pardo, the longtime TV and radio announcer whose resonant voice-over style was celebrated for its majesty and power, died Monday in Arizona at the age of 96. Pardo also was the announcer on the original version of “Jeopardy!,” where his answers to the statement, “Tell ‘em what they’ve won, Don Pardo,” became a memorable part of the program. On “Saturday Night Live,” he played an integral role through last season’s finale in May, his booming voice announcing the cast’s names to kick off each show. “There was no greater thrill than hearing Don Pardo bellow your name for the first time in the opening credits of ‘Saturday Night Live,’ ” said longtime cast member Tina Fey. “It meant you were officially ‘on television.’ ” Fey described Pardo as “a sweet, sweet man,” adding, “Late night will never sound as cool again.” “My whole life changed once Don Pardo said my name,” echoed Amy Poehler, a fellow “SNL” alum. “I will really miss that kind and talented man.” [...] ilinnews/longtime-saturday-night-live-announcer-don-pardo-dead-at-96-2/
Posted on: Tue, 19 Aug 2014 16:45:46 +0000
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