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Co-anchor “News4 Today”; former co-host, "The Donnie Simpson Show", MAJIC 102.3/92.7. Former weatherman @GMA . Former & future stand-up comedian.
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I predict Dan Snyder will announce he's selling the Washington Commanders within three weeks.
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Happy Anniversary to two of the most amazing people I know: Donnie and Pam Simpson are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary today. FIFTY! They literally started dating when they were teenagers! Happy Anniversary, Donnie and Pam! Love you! ❤️
#TrueLove
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Let Lamar Jackson or Russell Wilson win the Super Bowl, be crazy drunk in public, and toss the Lombardi trophy across the water to his buddy and see how that goes over with some.
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Rest in Peace. 🙏🏾🎼📺
Rest in Peace, Bob McGrath.
Thank you for being a person in our neighborhood 💔
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Morning! As some of you have heard, today was my last day at WUSA9 and on "Get Up DC". I want to thank everyone there for understanding my need to spend more time at home. I will miss you! And thanks to all of YOU, our viewers, for the support and well wishes! 💖
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His attorney.
Here's a question to think about...after Darrell Green and Sean Taylor, who's the greatest defensive player of the Snyder era?
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Covid day 4. Hanging in there but seems like a slow process. Thank you so much for all of the well wishes. 🙏🏾💕
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Another notable passing today. Condolences to the Lee family. 🙏🏾
Bill Lee, a well-regarded jazz musician and father of Spike Lee, has died. He was 94.
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It's official.
@DonnieSimpson
just announced that "The Donnie Simpson Show" on
@MajicDC
102.3/92.7 will be ending on Friday. It's unfortunate, but Donnie stressed that he is NOT retiring. (Neither am I!) It's been a great run, and we hope you'll join us for our final two shows!
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The
@Commanders
have some talented players. But they are undisciplined and are under performing. The coaching of this team is awful. And Wentz makes terrible decisions. Once again this franchise is FAILING its ever dwindling fan base.
#WitherWashington
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Hey friends. Some of you may have just heard me talk about this on the radio. Earlier this summer I was diagnosed with prostate cancer. I feel good and my cancer is considered "low risk". I have a great doctor and I know I'm going to be fine. (1 of 4)
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Rest in Eternal Peace, my dear, beautiful friend Beth. We’ve known each other since high school and I love you dearly. You are a beautiful soul.
@biblio_Beth
🙏🏾❤️🙏🏾
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Prayers up, please, for Wendy Rieger. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
We ask that you send some love and good thoughts to our beloved Wendy Rieger.
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A very, very Happy Birthday to my beautiful wife, on this 2-22-22! She's pictured here with a friend of hers, whose name I can't recall. 😂♥️
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Wendy Rieger was such an upbeat, positive person. I never got to work with her, but whenever we were together it was all smiles and laughter. She will be sorely missed. My deepest condolences to Wendy’s husband, family, friends, and to her
@nbcwashington
family. 🙏🏾
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Sad news to hear. Prayers up for this D.C. native ands music icon. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
Beloved singer Roberta Flack is battling ALS.
The brain disease has made it "impossible to sing and not easy to speak," her spokesperson said in a press release on Monday.
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Jennifer Griffin,
@JenGriffinFNC
, National Security Correspondent for
@FoxNews
, confirms much of the reporting in the story in
@TheAtlantic
regarding President Trump making disparaging comments about military veterans and others. FOX NEWS.
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Happy Birthday to this young man, who has been a true blessing to his Mom and me. We are SO PROUD of the young man you are. I love you, son! 😊🙏🏾❤️
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Yay! That was fun this morning. Thanks, guys. See you tomorrow! I am so
#GRATEFUL
.
@nbcwashington
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THE man. Happy Heavenly Birthday, Jim Vance.
The first thing our team sees as they enter our newsroom is this portrait of Jim Vance. Today is his birthday. He would have been 82 years old. His commitment to the D.C. community and journalism is on our minds every day. Happy Birthday, Vance. ♥
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At home recovering from hernia surgery. Will be back on TV on Saturday, back on radio on Monday. See you then, and thanks for the well wishes!
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Rest In Peace.
Give a salute to Pearl Harbor survivor Jack Holder who flew over 100 missions dies at age 101.
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My son and I are at
@FedExField
for today’s
@Commanders
game. I have seen FOUR Cardinals jerseys, and (of course) one Cowboys jersey. I haven’t seen a home team fan turnout like this since 2012.
#HTTC
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Wow.
@suepalkafox5dc
announced last night that she will be retiring from our local TV screens after 36 years (at the end of March)! Sue is literally one of the kindest people I have EVER known, which I will tell you more about later. For now I just want to say: WE ♥️ YOU, SUE!
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Reunited and it feels so good! So wonderful to see
@RobinRoberts
at the
#NationalPressFoundation
awards dinner tonight in DC. So proud of you, Robin! Congratulations and great to see you!
@GMA
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It saddens me deeply to tell you that my wonderful mother has passed away. I am so thankful for all of your prayers and condolences, and my family is grateful. You can read about my Mom here:
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Look where I’ve got myself to! It’s awfully windy today but it is also AMAZING!
#Stonehenge
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Here’s your new
@nbcwashington
#News4Today
team! Join us Monday through Fridays from 4 to 7am. Tell your friends!
@JummyNBC
@ChuckBell4
@melissamollet
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Yet another DC broadcasting icon has left
@fox5dc
. Working with
@Fox5Shawn
@ShawnYancy
was one of the joys of my career. She's a true pro who cares about the work and the people she serves. Best wishes, Shawn. Love you!
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Yay! Finally tested negative after eleven days! I’m praying for a speedy recovery for any of YOU dealing with Covid or any other illness! 🙏🏾
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Wishing all the best to
@nbcwashington
news
#ICON
Doreen Gentzler as she retires today from NBC4. What an amazing career. Congratulations, Doreen. Enjoy your retirement! And THANK YOU for 33 amazing years!
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My Mom would have celebrated her 82nd birthday today. I miss you, Mom. Happy Birthday.
#GreatMom
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Today's thought: if you work for an employer that uses harassment, fear & intimidation to "manage" its' employees, figure out a way to get out as soon as you can. It's not worth your health. Keep records in case you need them. Life is short; it's best to be happy & healthy. 👍🏾🙏🏾
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Very sad news. Condolences to the Rivera family and to the Commanders organization. 🙏🏾
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I'm a
@Redskins
season ticket holder. I called the ticket office twice this morning to let them know what my "game day experience" was like yesterday in the stadium. No calls back. Guess they're not really interested.
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If you're looking to hear some relatively recent
#ChristineMcVie
, check out the excellent 2017 album by her and Fleetwood Mac bandmate Lindsey Buckingham. All the band members are on the album, except Stevie Nicks. It's REALLY good.
#RIPChristineMcVie
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Very sorry to hear of the passing of long time D.C. news anchor Renee Poussaint. She was always one of my favorites. My condolences to her family. 🙏🏾
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If tomorrow the Washington Football Team says their name is "Commanders", it will be truly anti-climactic. I'm betting they've been using misdirection, and will announce the new name is the fan-favorite "Red Wolves". I think.
#WFT
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That's quite a presidential quote.
Trump at the border: "Our country is full. … Can’t take you anymore, I’m sorry. So turn around. That’s the way it is. “
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The Snyders need to give out FREE tickets to Commanders fans who can’t normally afford them to help fill the stadium with burgundy and gold. It would be good for the community and the fans, and good for the team.
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We lost a truly dedicated journalist and a great man yesterday. Bruce Johnson taught us all so much—about being a good story teller, and about LIFE. I’ll never forget his generosity with advice and guidance. What a good man. Rest in Eternal Peace, Bruce. 💔
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Sending continued well wishes and prayers to Sinbad and his family. 🙏🏾💕🙏🏾
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Woo hoo! Just got some good test results from my doctor! 🙂🙏🏾🙂
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Dear NFL: Please never, ever schedule the
@Redskins
for another Monday night game. Never! Thank you.
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Hi, folks. Yesterday I sent out a tweet asking for prayers. I thank you so much for your responses and your wonderful prayers. Unfortunately, though, I think I unintentionally alarmed some of you. PLEASE DO NOT WORRY. All is well. THANK YOU!!! ♥️
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In loving memory of the great
#WhitneyHouston
, who would have turned 60 today. She died too young.
#TheVoice
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BIG NEWS! I'm joining the
@wusa9
#GetUpDC
team FULL TIME starting Monday, January 13th! Join
@reesewaters
,
@AnnieYuTV
,
@hbwx
,
@Marcella_Rob
, and the rest of us every weekday morning from 5 to 7am! (& YES, I'll STILL be on with
@DonnieSimpson
every weekday afternoon on
@MajicDC
!)
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Wow!
@DonnieSimpson
just announced that today he enters his SEVENTH decade on the radio, having started in 1969! Amazing! Congrats, Donnie! (And from 1969, we're playing The Jackson Five, "I Want You Back"!)
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If you're listening to us on "The
@DonnieSimpson
Show" right now on
@MajicDC
, then you know it's a tough day today for Donnie & his family & for all of us. Donnie lost his beautiful Mother last night. Our deepest condolences to the Simpson family, and Rest in Peace, Mama Simpson.
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BREAKING NEWS:
Reuters: TRUMP ORGANIZATION FOUND GUILTY ON ALL COUNTS IT FACED IN NEW YORK TAX FRAUD TRIAL
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This is so sad. 💔🙏🏾
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A true legend. Rest in Peace, sir. 🙏🏾
A Maryland icon. A college basketball legend.
We mourn the passing of the one and only Lefty Driesell
More:
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Hi friends. Sorry I'm missing from the airwaves for part of this week. I'm spending some time with my Mom, who has taken ill. I'll be back soon. Please send your prayers. Thank you!
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Here’s to the amazing, talented, and wonderful
@suepalkafox5dc
. She really is who you think she is: one of the kindest people on the planet. I cherish our friendship. Congrats, Sue on your retirement. I love you! ❤️
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Very sad news to share this morning. Long-time
@wusa9
anchor and reporter Bruce Johnson has passed away. We are rather stunned by this news. My heartfelt condolences go to Bruce's wife, children, and family. 💔
Our hearts are aching tonight with the news of Bruce Johnson's passing, and we know yours are too. Please feel free to share your memories of Bruce and your condolences for his family during this difficult time.
REMEMBERING BRUCE:
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Happy Heavenly Birthday, Dad. I love you and I miss you. ❤️
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I'm happy to announce I'll be joining the
@wusa9
morning team for
#GetUpDC
for a special engagement beginning October 21st! Can't wait to join
@reesewaters
and the gang, AND to be reunited with
@AnnieYuTV
! (And yes, I WILL still be on with
@DonnieSimpson
on
@MajicDC
every day!)
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@soledadobrien
Like so many of the people who are caught on camera like this, she is filled with anger, rage, resentment, and hate. That's what's wrong with her.
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In memory of my Dad, who passed away thirty years ago today. I miss you, Dad. Rest In Peace.
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The crowd has gathered for the Marion Barry Street Naming Ceremony in SE DC. A beautiful day. EU is onstage right now!
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Oh well. Here we go. Today’s the day. ☹️
It's official.
@DonnieSimpson
just announced that "The Donnie Simpson Show" on
@MajicDC
102.3/92.7 will be ending on Friday. It's unfortunate, but Donnie stressed that he is NOT retiring. (Neither am I!) It's been a great run, and we hope you'll join us for our final two shows!
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Oh no! BREAKING NEWS:
NBC News Special Report: Tina Turner, the trailblazing “Queen of Rock 'n' Roll,” has died at 83.
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My friend
@GARY_mcgrady
is moving on from Fox 5. I miss our good times together. Here's wishing you all the best in all you do!
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I didn't know you could walk on the tables at Apple stores.
After White House visit, Kanye West stops by Apple store in Georgetown
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Today would have been my Dad’s 82nd birthday. Miss you, Dad. 💕
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I cherish this picture of former First Lady
#BarbaraBush
, taken with my son Connor when he was just a few months old. She was a warm, smart, and classy woman. Rest in Peace, Mrs. Bush, and thank you for your service.
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At the
@TODAYshow
in New York this morning with THE man,
@alroker
. We laughed SO much!
@nbcwashington
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Yesterday I tweeted out an opinion having to do with race and double standards, related to the Tom Brady SB celebration. My tweet has prompted conversation, argument, and anger. I want to respond to all of that, and provide some context.
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So.....how long before a certain NFL team takes a good, hard look at ITS' name and logo???
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What an awesome team. Thank you for such a warm welcome; I'm honored to join you!
@MoletteGreen
@melissamollet
@JummyNBC
@ChuckBell4
@eunyangnbc
@nbcwashington
#News4Today
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Today's
#ThrowbackThursday
pic is one of my all-time favorites! The amazing Whitney Houston and me (I, myself, whatever's correct).
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Who gives a damn? WIN SOME FOOTBALL GAMES. (Btw, who cares about your mascot “dog or hog” contest? WIN SOME FOOTBALL GAMES!)
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CONGRATULATIONS to
@DonnieSimpson
on being voted into The Radio Hall of Fame! It's about time! Donnie's success in radio spans over 40 years, and his commitment to his community is serious. A much deserved honor!
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Today's
#ThrowbackThursday
pic: me and my son, who JUST STARTED COLLEGE THIS WEEK. My God how the time flies. I love this dude SO MUCH, and I am SO PROUD of the person he is.
#BoyDad
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Thank you for this update on Sinbad. He touched my life in a positive way many years ago. My family continues to pray for him and your family. He is LOVED. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
Sinbad appreciates all the love & support you have shown him over the last two years. Many of you have asked for updates & as a result, the family has created a site where you can keep up to date with his progress.
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A
#FlashbackFriday
pic: hanging out with the always wonderful
@suepalkafox5dc
, now mostly retired, one of the kindest people on the planet. Love you, Sue!
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Feel better, Joe!
Blacked out last night. Dehydrated and down bad. I’m home safe and sound recovering and resting. See y’all soon.
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The final “Donnie Simpson Show” last Friday at
@MajicDC
. We were emotionally spent afterwards. I’m sad to see it end. L to R: me, Pam Simpson,
@DonnieSimpson
, and
@Onl1chiller
. Friends ALWAYS.
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Just amazing and so well deserved. Congratulations, Donnie!
I'm not sure I've ever received an honor more special than this. 👀at the website & you'll see that this is rare air. It's hard to believe that this little boy who used to practice radio on a borrowed reel-to-reel tape recorder in his Moma's basement is now going into
#TheNABHOF
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...should consider getting screened at 40. If you're not sure, talk with your doctor or urologist. Guys: it is very important we take care of ourselves. I'm so glad I've caught mine early. And THANK YOU in advance for your prayers & well wishes. I am going to be fine! 💕 (4 of 4)
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With the passing of Bruce Johnson, we've lost a friend and a colleague, and someone who meant SO much to SO many of us. I hope you'll
#HearMeOut
.
#BruceJohnson
#GetUpDC
@wusa9
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