After contracting pneumonia, DJ Art Laboe died at the age of 97.

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Laboe was a pioneer DJ who is credited with putting an end to Southern California separatism.

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Laboe is the creator of the syndicated radio show "Art Laboe Connection."

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Laboe was a radio jockey and station owner from the United States.

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Laboe was born in Salt Lake City, Utah on August 7, 1925.

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In 1957, Laboe founded Original Sound Records, Inc.

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In 1958, he released the anthology album "oldies but goodies - Volume 1."

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When the United States entered World War II, Labo joined the Navy.

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Laboe's net worth is estimated to be $1.8 million in 2022.

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Laboe was one of California's first DJs to play rock N roll.

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