Legendary Personality Joey Reynolds Recovering From Nasty Fall

Joey Reynolds with family and friends

Joey Reynolds, the renowned New York radio personality, recently faced a critical situation after falling headfirst onto the hardwood floor of his Manhattan apartment.

The accident occurred on February 28, and he remained unconscious for over 20 hours until his landlord discovered him. Fortunately, timely intervention prevented a tragic outcome. 

Reynolds, known for his extended tenure at WOR-AM, his Sunday show on 77 WABC, and his robust career throughout the 1960s, is currently recuperating in a New York City hospital. Although he has been moved from the Intensive Care Unit to a private room, he faces a long road to recovery. 

➤Well-wishers can send cards to Joey Reynolds via Art Vuolo at PO Box 55, Walled Lake, MI 48390, or by email1.

Joey Reynolds has left an indelible mark on the radio industry, and his journey to recovery is being closely followed by fans and colleagues alike. We wish him a swift and complete recovery during this challenging time.

Top 40 Radio during the 1960s and 1970s:

• Reynolds rose to fame as a Top 40 radio personality during the 1960s and 1970s.
• His engaging and sometimes outlandish on-air stunts garnered widespread publicity.
• Notably, he once played an endless loop of a Four Seasons song, locked the studio door, and kept listeners intrigued for over an hour.
• The group thanked him by producing a special radio jingle set to the tune of their hit “Big Girls Don’t Cry.”
• Reynolds is often regarded as an early progenitor of “shock talk radio.”

His bold and unconventional approach resonated with audiences in places like Hartford, Cleveland, Detroit, and Buffalo. He fearlessly pushed boundaries, creating memorable moments that continue to be celebrated by fans and media peers.

Joey Reynolds’ impact on radio remains enduring, and his shows continue to be remembered fondly by listeners and fellow broadcasters alike.

Art Vuolo Jr., Radio's Best Friend. is urging a card shower for Reynolds. Vuolo says he will be going to New York in two weeks and hopes to bring piles of cards and printouts to help hasten the recovery process. Send Get Well cards to Joey Reynolds c/o PO Box 55 Walled Lake, MI 48390. E-mails are being collected by Vuolo at artvuolo@aol.com, but cards are encouraged.