Art Bell

Date of Birth: June 17, 1945

Zodiac Sign: Gemini

Date of Death: April 13, 2018

Biography

Arthur William Bell III, famously known as Art Bell, was a pioneering radio broadcaster and author best known for hosting the paranormal-themed radio show “Coast to Coast AM.” Born on June 17, 1945, in Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Bell’s fascination with the unknown began at an early age. His career in radio started while he was serving in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War, where he operated a pirate radio station. After the war, he transitioned into commercial radio, eventually creating “Coast to Coast AM” in 1988. The show became a massive success, drawing millions of listeners with its focus on UFOs, conspiracy theories, and other paranormal topics. Bell retired and returned to the airwaves multiple times throughout his career, reflecting his deep passion for broadcasting. He passed away on April 13, 2018, in Pahrump, Nevada.

5 Interesting Facts about Art Bell

1. Art Bell was inducted into the Radio Hall of Fame in 2008.

2. He held the Guinness World Record for the longest consecutive radio broadcast, lasting over 116 hours.

3. Bell was a licensed amateur radio operator with the call sign W6OBB.

4. He authored several books, including “The Quickening” and “The Art of Talk.”

5. Bell’s show, “Coast to Coast AM,” was syndicated on over 500 radio stations and reached an audience of around 10 million listeners.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Art Bell

1. “I guess I am a bit of a dark side explorer. I want to know what’s out there.”

2. “The truth is out there. Just don’t expect it to come from the mainstream media.”

3. “We live in a world full of unanswered questions and mysteries. It’s our job to explore them.”

4. “I have always been fascinated by the unknown, the unexplained, and the mysterious.”

5. “In the end, we are all just searching for answers, and sometimes the journey is more important than the destination.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At the peak of his career, Art Bell’s net worth was estimated to be around $10 million.

Children

Art Bell had four children. His first marriage to Sachiko Toguchi produced two children: Vincent Pontius and Lisa Pontius Minei. From his third marriage to Airyn Ruiz Bell, he had two children: Asia Rayne Bell and Alexander William Bell.