Another fixture from the entertainment industry who has always been there has passed away. Dick Clark has died at the age of 82.

While I was never particularly crazy about the format of American Bandstand, I do appreciate it's role in bringing rock and roll into the mainstream of American consciousness. He embraced the Motown sound and black musicians in general, playing a part in opening up avenues for people of all races to score big in the music industry. And who can forget his face and voice in countless other endeavors, such as New Years Eve at Times Square.

Mr. Clark, you will be missed.