Donnie Simpson Net Worth

Donnie Simpson is an American radio disc jockey and television show host, widely recognized as the host of the radio show The Donnie Simpson Show, born on the 30th of January 1954. Simpsons net worth is estimated to be $5 million as of mid-2016, primarily accumulated from his extensive career as a radio show host,

Donnie Simpson has a net worth of
$5 Million

Donnie Simpson Wiki Biography

Donnie Simpson is an American radio disc jockey and television show host, widely recognized as the host of the radio show “The Donnie Simpson Show”, born on the 30th of January 1954.

Simpson’s net worth is estimated to be $5 million as of mid-2016, primarily accumulated from his extensive career as a radio show host, television personality, and involvement in movie projects. He holds the distinction of being the first urban format radio personality to earn an annual income exceeding a million dollars without his show being syndicated.

Donnie Simpson Net Worth $5 Million

He commenced his career in Detroit, Michigan, securing a position at the urban contemporary radio station WJLB at the age of 15. After seven years, he relocated to Washington D.C. to work for the radio station WRD-FM, where he hosted the morning show for 15 years, solidifying his status as one of the most beloved radio DJs in D.C. and earning the title of Billboard magazine’s ‘Air Personality of the Year’ in 1998. His successful radio career significantly contributed to his net worth before he made the transition to television.

In 1981, Simpson joined the television show “George Michael Sports Machine” as the backup anchor to host George Michael, which led to an opportunity as the main host of the BET network show “Video Soul”, a music-oriented program showcasing African-American artists, both established and emerging. Simpson became the show’s prominent ‘veejay’, hosting the program from 1983 to 1997.

In 1993, Simpson returned to radio, hosting “The Donnie Simpson Morning Show” on the radio station WPGC-FM, further solidifying his position as the premier DJ in D.C., significantly enhancing his net worth. After nearly forty years in the industry, Simpson chose to retire from his show in 2010, leaving his fans and numerous renowned figures in the music industry surprised by his decision. On his final day on the show, notable personalities such as Wyclef Jean, Toni Braxton, Stevie Wonder, and Smokie Robinson called in to bid farewell to the esteemed radio show host.

Despite a five-year absence, fans were still reeling from Simpson’s retirement. In 2015, he returned to host the afternoon radio show “The Donnie Simpson Show” on WMMJ Magic 102.3, alongside sidekicks Ric Chill and Timothy Hall. Simpson is also working on a new television show under the TV One channel, titled “Donnie After Dark”, mirroring the format of his previous show “Video Soul”.

In his personal life, Simpson has been married to Pamela since 1973, and they have a daughter. Alongside his role as a radio show host, Simpson serves as a pastor in his church alongside his wife.

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Full NameDonnie Simpson
Net Worth$5 Million
Salary$1 million
Date Of BirthJanuary 30, 1954
Place Of BirthDetroit, Michigan, United States
ProfessionActor, disc jockey, tv and radio show host, personality
NationalityAmerican
SpousePamela Simpson (m. 1973)
ParentsDorothy Simpson, Calvin Simpson Sr.
SiblingsLonnie Simpson
NicknamesDonny Simpson
Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/Donnie-Simpson-51573788527/
Twitterhttps://twitter.com/DonnieSimpson
IMDBhttp://www.imdb.com/name/nm0800975
AwardsBET Walk of Fame (2004)
NominationsBillboard’s “1998 Air Personality of the Year”
MoviesKrush Groove
TV Shows“The Donnie Simpson Show”, “The Donnie Simpson Morning Show”, “George Michael Sports Machine”,”Video Soul”, “Donnie After Dark”, “Krush Groove”, “Black in the 80s”
#Fact
1Longtime radio personality in the Washington, DC area market.

Actor

TitleYearStatusCharacter
Almost Christmas2016Radio DJ – Voiceover (voice)
Donnie After Dark2016TV SeriesHost-Himself
Mayor for Life2011TV Series
The 10th Annual Walk of Fame Honoring Smokey Robinson2004TV MovieHost
The Jamie Foxx Show1997TV SeriesDr. Green Eyes
Martin1996TV SeriesD’Andre Simpson
Disorderlies1987Roller Rink DJ
Krush Groove1985Contest MC
Video Soul1981TV SeriesHost / Veejay (1983-2000)

Producer

TitleYearStatusCharacter
Donnie After Dark2016TV Series executive producer – 4 episodes

Thanks

TitleYearStatusCharacter
Love in the Nick of Tyme2009Video thanks – as Donny Simpson

Self

TitleYearStatusCharacter
Bowl of Dreams: The U Street Expanded Series2018TV Mini-Series documentaryHimself
Donnie After Dark2016TV SeriesHimself – Host
Unsung2015TV Series documentaryHimself – Host / Himself
BET Awards 20122012TV SpecialHimself
Bowl of Dreams2011DocumentaryHimself
30 for 302009TV Series documentary
Without Bias2009Himself – Radio Host, WPGC
James Brown: The Man, the Music, & the Message2008Video documentaryHimself
25 Strong: The BET Silver Anniversary Special2005TV SpecialHimself
Made You Look: Top 25 Moments of BET History2005TV Special documentaryHost
Black in the 80s2005TV Mini-Series documentaryHimself
An Evening of Stars: 25th Anniversary Tribute to Lou Rawls2004TV MovieHimself
The 9th Annual Walk of Fame Honoring Aretha Franklin2003TV SpecialHost
Martin1996TV SeriesHimself
Video Soul1994TV SeriesHimself – Host
26th NAACP Image Awards1994TV SpecialHimself
The Five Heartbeats1991Himself
Lou Rawls Parade of Stars1988TV SeriesHimself
Jackie Robinson: An American Journey1988TV Short documentaryOn Screen Narrator

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