Radio

[Mrs Vindecco]

Over the past year or so, have got into a habit of listening to MP3's of old American radio shows from the thirties to the late forties, many of which I am surprised still exist and demonstrate how popular and huge this industry was. While listening to the various dramas, some of which are admittedly cheesy to modern ears, I wondered why Dwight never made it into radio. One would think it would be easier to secure work on the wireless than in the movies or was this not the case? Was radio seen as being an inferior as television was later on? Was it something Dwight never considered? Or maybe he did do radio work and no one knows it... oooh that would be cool, but doubtful. Anyway this thread isn't really a question, I just thought as Dwight did have a wonderful voice and was experienced in both stage and screen, he might have had some chance on radio, I don't know.

[Luna]

This is a great topic Mrs. V. I have often wondered the same thing- why Dwight never performed on radio. Considering how huge the industry was back then, I can't imagine that it would have been viewed as being inferior, the way that television was during it's inception. Television was such a tiny medium when it began, it's not surprising that it was seen this way, but radio in the thirties and forties was very big and quite popular.

I am guessing that due to his inability to locate film work, radio probably wasn't beating down the door either, as they seemed to enjoy landing notable celebrities as opposed to supporting players. Still it would have been wonderful if Dwight had the chance to be a part of a radio drama. I agree that his voice was so strong and expressive, it would have been a natural fit!

[Monk's Moll]

Imagine hearing Dwight's voice on the radio, performing his different characters. He was so gifted an actor, he would have been magnificent

Picture this-it's late at night, and dark inside your bedroom but for the moon's rays bringing forth a slight illumination. Dwight's voice pierces the quiet solitude as he performs, perhaps as Vint in a radio version of Man to Man. His throaty tones soothe you, bringing forth relaxing sleep and sweet, romantic dreams starring the handsome Mr. Frye.

Hollywood really lost out by not tapping his true potential. I will never believe they didn't know how to utilize him, they just didn't give him a chance. What a bunch of rubes.