1914 - 1988
De Manio was chosen to present a new morning programme, Today when it launched in 1958. He tackled it with an intimate, relaxed style, although he attracted much attention for his inability to read the studio clock correctly.
He resigned from the programme in 1971 after the introduction of a new format and subsequent presented an afternoon show, Jack De Manio Precisely until 1978.
De Manio was chosen to present a new morning programme, Today when it launched in 1958. He tackled it with an intimate, relaxed style, although he attracted much attention for his inability to read the studio clock correctly.
He resigned from the programme in 1971 after the introduction of a new format and subsequent presented an afternoon show, Jack De Manio Precisely until 1978.
Audio
Jack De Manio – Lonely Hearts
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Jack De Manio – Time Check
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