Jerry Stevens
circa 1987

There were few peers in broadcasting that were parallel to Jerry Stevens. While at the legendary WIBG from 1960 to 1967 it was his voice that stood out. It led to him being have chosen to be the voice-over spokesman for many radio, television and other video productions.

But there was a lot more to Jerry Stevens than his voice. It was one of the most intelligent personalities ever in radio. He was the first Program Director of WMMR where he had a real passion for creating an environment for great radio.

His philosophy was somewhat simple. Hire very smart and creative people and then provide an environment to help them thrive. His management talents as Program Director at “The Radio Station” Radio from 1970 to 1977 were some of the most creative in radio history. He earned recognition by Billboard magazine as "Program Director of the Year" for two consecutive years.

After leaving WMMR, Jerry led WCAU into the “Disco” era with his special brand of programming. The station was one of the best of its kind in the country. Then he was once again lured back to WMMR for a second term.

While Jerry did for a time spent time on the air in Boston, New York and Minneapolis, it was Philadelphia where he was most at home. .In the mid-eighties, he was back on the air in Philadelphia at WPEN when they were the "Station of the Stars" doing an adult standard format.

The broadcasting industry in Philadelphia lost a true legend when Jerry Stevens died on January 10, 2020. His influence lives on.

From the official archives of the Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia
Photo originally donated by Broadcast Pioneers member Bill Wright, Sr.
Bio written by Broadcast Pioneers member T. Morgan
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