Stuart McLean
Andrew Stuart McLean, OC (April 19, 1948 – February 15, 2017) was a Canadian radio broadcaster, humorist, monologist, and author, best known as the host of the CBC Radio program The Vinyl Cafe. Often described as a "story-telling comic" although his stories addressed both humorous and serious themes, he was known for fiction and non-fiction work which celebrated the decency and dignity of ordinary people, through stories which often highlighted the ability of their subjects, whether real or fictional, to persevere with grace and humour through embarrassing or challenging situations.
Stuart McLean | |
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McLean on stage at the Centennial Concert Hall in 2008 | |
| Born | Andrew Stuart McLean April 19, 1948 Montreal West, Quebec, Canada |
| Died | February 15, 2017 (aged 68) Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
| Nationality | Canadian |
| Alma mater | Sir George Williams University |
| Occupation(s) | Radio broadcaster, writer, professor of journalism |
| Years active | 1974-2017 |
| Employer | CBC Radio |
| Notable work | The Vinyl Cafe |
| Spouse | Linda Read (1982–2002) |
| Awards | Officer of the Order of Canada |
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