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Howard Hesseman, known for Johnny Fever role in 'WKRP in Cincinnati,' dies at 81

Sunday, January 30, 2022
Howard Hesseman, known for Johnny Fever role in 'WKRP in Cincinnati,' dies at 81
The 'Head of the Class' actor died Saturday due to complications from colon surgery, his manager said.
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