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Cincinnati's "Uncle Al" Passes Away

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Uncle Al Lewis and Captain Windy (WCPO)
The man everyone in Cincinnati knew as "Uncle Al" has passed away.

Al Lewis entertained thousands of tri-state children and their families as host of "The Uncle Al Show" from 1950 to 1985 on WCPO. According to the station's web site, Lewis' program actually began as a call-in show. Viewers were encouraged to phone in requests for a tune to be played by Lewis and his accordion. Children eventually became part of the audience and they apparently dubbed the program "The Uncle Al Show."

Lewis' wife Wanda joined the program in 1956. Her character was known as "Captain Windy."

"Uncle Al" Lewis was 84.


Let's all do the Uncle Al Twist one more time!