Remembering Local Radio’s Legendary DJ Bobby Jay

By Leonard E. ColvinChief Reporter New Journal and Guide The life and career of Hampton Roads’ own Bobby Jay finally signed off in February 2021. The career tracks of Robert L. Jackson, better known as  “Bobby Jay”, were laid side by side at his passing with the legacy and history of African American contributions to local broadcasting since the 1960s.           His animated voice and antics as a radio personality enticed the ears of countless radio listeners in Hampton Roads for over 60 years. Continue reading Remembering Local Radio’s Legendary DJ Bobby Jay at The New Journal and Guide.

Remembering Local Radio’s Legendary DJ Bobby Jay
Remembering Local Radio’s Legendary DJ Bobby Jay

By Leonard E. Colvin
Chief Reporter
New Journal and Guide

The life and career of Hampton Roads’ own Bobby Jay finally signed off in February 2021.

The career tracks of Robert L. Jackson, better known as  “Bobby Jay”, were laid side by side at his passing with the legacy and history of African American contributions to local broadcasting since the 1960s.

          His animated voice and antics as a radio personality enticed the ears of countless radio listeners in Hampton Roads for over 60 years.

Continue reading Remembering Local Radio’s Legendary DJ Bobby Jay at The New Journal and Guide.