Date of Birth: May 12, 1936
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Date of Death: July 29, 2007
Biography
Tom Snyder was an influential American television and radio personality, best known for his charismatic and unconventional style of interviewing. Born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, he launched his career in broadcasting in the 1960s, initially working for radio stations. Snyder’s big break came when he joined NBC’s “The Tomorrow Show” in 1973, where he interviewed a wide array of guests, from celebrities to politicians, with his distinctive laugh and laid-back demeanor. His show ran until 1982, and he later hosted “The Late Late Show with Tom Snyder” on CBS from 1995 to 1999. Snyder’s candid and often unpredictable interviewing style left a lasting impact on late-night television.
5 Interesting Facts about Tom Snyder
1. Tom Snyder was known for his signature catchphrase, “Fire up a colortini, sit back, relax, and watch the pictures, now, as they fly through the air.”
2. Snyder was a pioneer in using long-form interviews on late-night television, often spending an entire hour with a single guest.
3. He was once parodied by Dan Aykroyd on “Saturday Night Live,” which he took in good humor.
4. Snyder’s show “Tomorrow” was the first American TV program to show a punk band, featuring a performance by The Plasmatics.
5. After retiring from television, Snyder continued to work in radio and maintained a loyal fan base until his passing.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Tom Snyder
1. “Fire up a colortini, sit back, relax, and watch the pictures, now, as they fly through the air.”
2. “I’m a voice in the wilderness, a voice crying out.”
3. “I think if you listen carefully, you’ll find that I’m not as crazy as it sounds.”
4. “The best guests are the ones who can have a laugh at their own expense.”
5. “There’s nothing more intoxicating than doing live TV.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At the peak of his career, Tom Snyder’s net worth was estimated to be around $20 million.
Children
Tom Snyder had one daughter, Anne Mari Snyder, who has worked as a musician and producer.
Relevant Links
1. [Tom Snyder Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tom_Snyder
2. [The New York Times Obituary](https://www.nytimes.com/2007/07/30/arts/television/30snyder.html
3. [IMDB Profile](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0811184/
4. [Tom Snyder on NBC](https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/tom-snyder-dead-at-71/1822526/
5. [The Late Late Show with Tom Snyder](https://www.cbsnews.com/news/tom-snyder-1936-2007/
