Paul Dixon (16)

American TV host, operating in Cincinnati, Ohio on WLWT-TV. He was also a news reporter and disc jockey on WCPO radio in Cincinnati. Born October 27, 1918 in Earling, Iowa, USA Died December 28, 1974 in Cincinnati, Ohio, USA Dixon and his wacky variety show was David Letterman's main influence growing up on how to do a talk show. The "Paul Dixon Show" ran from 1951 to 1974 that ABC picked up for one year nationally. Singer Bonnie Lou was his co-host. "Paul Baby" was his nickname and introduction on the show.