Frank Ski
American DJ, journalist (born 1964) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Frank Rodriguez,[1] professionally known as Frank Ski (born May 9, 1964),[citation needed] is an American DJ, journalist, philanthropist, radio personality, and public forums host. He was also a Baltimore club and house music artist who recorded as solo, as well as a part of the group 2 Hyped Brothers & a Dog in the 1990s. From 1998 to 2012, and again from 2017 to January 2019, he was the host of the Frank and Wanda in the Morning Show alongside co-host Wanda Smith[2] on the Atlanta urban contemporary radio station WVEE. He is now hosting another morning show called The Morning Culture alongside Jade Novah and J.R. Jackson.
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Frank Ski | |
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| Born | Frank Rodriguez May 9, 1964 |
| Occupation(s) | DJ, journalist, philanthropist, public forums host |
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| Children | 5 |
| Career | |
| Show | "Frank and Wanda in the Morning" |
| Station(s) | WVEE (V-103), WHUR (Washington,DC) WALR KISS 104.1 Atlanta |
| Country | United States |
| Website | www |
Biography
Career highlights
Frank Ski was recognized by Reverend Jesse Jackson's Rainbow Push Coalition in 2002 for his contributions to journalism.[3] He has also hosted significant events such as the International Civil Rights Walk of Fame, promoting awareness of historical civil rights achievements.[4][5]
Awards and recognition
- Rainbow Push Coalition, Reverend Jesse Jackson (2002)[3]
- Georgia March of Dimes, Achievement in Radio Award (A.I.R.)[6]
- National Urban League, Atlanta Chapter; Distinguished Community Service Award (2007)
- Ludacris Foundation, Community Service Award, 2008[7]
- 11 Alive Community Service Award (2009)
- Mentioned by Uganda Musician Ritah Kigozi in her song "Twandibadewo" (3:23-3:25)
Frank Ski Kids Foundation
The Frank Ski Kids Foundation is an organization created by Ski in 2005, acting in the Atlanta area.[8] It aims to help children explore their ambitions by engaging them in science, technology, athletics, and the arts.[9] The foundation also hosts a yearly Youth Bowl football competition, and it gives young people the opportunity to travel abroad on excursions.[10][11]
Studio albums
- Ya Rollin' Doo Doo (with 2 Hyped Brothers & a Dog) (1991)
- Frank Ski Club Trax (1992)
Singles
- "Doo Doo Brown" (with 2 Hyped Brothers & a Dog) (1991)
- "Tony's Bitch Track" (1992)
- "Whores In This House" (1992)
References
External links
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