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Casey Kasem - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | April 27, 1932 |
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| Died | June 15, 2014 (age 82) |
| Birthplace | Detroit, Michigan, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus - (see also Casey Kasem's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Monkey |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Hosting 'American Top 40' and voicing Shaggy Rogers in 'Scooby-Doo' |
Intro
Casey Kasem was an American disc jockey, music historian, radio personality, and voice actor. He was best known for creating and hosting the radio countdown show 'American Top 40' and for voicing Shaggy Rogers in the 'Scooby-Doo' franchise.
Early Life & Background
Casey Kasem was born Kemal Amin Kasem to Lebanese Druze immigrant parents. He developed an early interest in radio and drama during his youth in Detroit, participating in radio programs and school productions.
Career Highlights
- Creator and original host of 'American Top 40' radio countdown show (1970–1988, 1998–2004)
- Iconic voice of Shaggy Rogers in the 'Scooby-Doo' cartoon franchise (1969–1997, 2002–2009)
- Host of 'Casey's Top 40', 'Casey's Hot 20', and 'Casey's Countdown'
- Inducted into the National Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame
Trivia
- His catchphrase was 'Keep your feet on the ground and keep reaching for the stars.'
- He advocated for Arab-American rights and was active in humanitarian causes.
- Casey Kasem was posthumously honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Casey Kasem born?
Casey Kasem was born the 27 April 1932.
Where is Casey Kasem from?
Detroit, Michigan, United States.
On His Birth-Day
About April 27th, 1932, in brief:
- Day of the week: April 27th, 1932 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: Sherlock Holmes directed by Guy Ritchie
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