Richard Wagstaff "Dick" Clark[2] (November 30, 1929—April 18, 2012) is an American game-show host, radio, television personality, and businessman[3]. He served as chairman and chief executive officer of Dick Clark Productions, which he has sold part of in recent years. Clark is best known for hosting long-running television shows such as American Bandstand,[3] five versions of the game show Pyramid, and Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve.
Clark has long been known for his departing catchphrase, "For now, Dick Clark...so long," delivered with a military salute, and for his youthful appearance, earning themoniker "America's Oldest Teenager."
