Obituary of Adrian Cronauer

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Adrian Cronauer

Adrian Joseph Cronauer (born September 8, 1938 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) was a radio personality and military personnel who was best known as an innovative disc jockey on American Forces Network during the Vietnam War. He is said to have inspired the 1987 film, “Good Morning, Vietnam” starring Robin Williams as Cronauer. Adrian died on July 18, 2018 and his death was because of an unspecified illness. He died at age 79.

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Adrian Cronauer Biography Wiki:

    • Net Worth: $1.4 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Hershey's Kisses
    • Favorite Color: Mint Green
    • Favorite Scent: Black Opium Eau de Parfum
    • Favorite Actor: Marlon Brando

    Adrian's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Adrian Joseph Cronauer
    • Father: George Desales Cronauer
    • Mother: Elizabeth Cronauer
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Jeane Steppe (married 1980-2016, her death)
    • Son(s):
      • two

Death Notice:

Category Tags:

Radio PersonalityMilitary Personnel American Born on September 8th Born in 1938 Born in Pennsylvania Died in 2018 Died at age 79 Died from Unspecified illness

Adrian's Notable Roles:

  • Good Morning Vietnam!

Quotable Quotes:

"Goooood morning Vietnam!" (IMDB)

"Adrian Cronauer was an amazing person who helped so many people in his lifetime. He was a piano player and singer, and he was always passionate about helping others. He will be missed so much. (V)"

"Adrian Cronauer lived a life filled with laughter, music, and a contagious energy that will continue to inspire and entertain for generations to come. (V)"

"Adrian Cronauer was a professional radio personality, known for his energetic and irreverent style of broadcasting during the Vietnam War. Despite his success on the air, Cronauer struggled with depression and eventually died tragically at a young age. (V)"

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