Dr. Demento | |
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Birth name | Barret Eugene Hansen |
Also known as | Dr. Demento Barry Hansen |
Born | Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S. | April 2, 1941
Died | May 7, 2024 Paris, Texas, U.S. | (aged 83)
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Occupation(s) | Disc jockey |
Years active | 1970–present |
Barret Eugene "Barry" Hansen (born April 2, 1941),[1] known professionally as Dr. Demento, is an American radio broadcaster and comedic singer. He is known for his parody songs and for being the inspiration of "Weird Al" Yankovic.[2]