Quick Facts
Born:
1948-01-17
Birthplace:
Lynwood, California, USA
Credits:
14 Total Roles
Jim Ladd
Acting
The MovieWise Take
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Biography
James William Ladd (January 17, 1948 – December 17, 2023) was an American disc jockey, radio producer and writer. He was one of the last notable remaining freeform rock DJs in United States commercial radio.
Ladd first gained national prominence as host of the hour long nationally syndicated radio program Innerview, which aired weekly on over 160 stations nationwide for twelve years.
Ladd first gained national prominence as host of the hour long nationally syndicated radio program Innerview, which aired weekly on over 160 stations nationwide for twelve years.
Known For
Say Anything...
D.J.
Tequila Sunrise
Self - KMPC
When You're Strange
Self (voice)
She's Out of Control
Voice of KHEY-FM 97.5 (voice)
Silent Night, Deadly Night III: Better Watch Out!
Newscaster
Jimi Hendrix: Hear My Train a Comin'
Self - Radio DJ
The Rise of the Red Hot Chili Peppers: Our Brother, Hillel
Self - Radio Host (archive footage)
Laurel Canyon
Self
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | The Rise of the Red Hot Chili Peppers: Our Brother, Hillel MOVIE | Self - Radio Host (archive footage) |
| 2020 | Laurel Canyon TV | Self |
| 2014 | Glory Days MOVIE | Self |
| 2013 | Jimi Hendrix: Hear My Train a Comin' MOVIE | Self - Radio DJ |
| 2012 | Doors: Mr. Mojo Risin' - The Story of L.A. Woman MOVIE | Self |
| 2010 | When You're Strange MOVIE | Self (voice) |
| 1997 | Classic Albums TV | Self - The Last DJ, KLOS Radio |
| 1997 | Classic Albums TV | Self - KLOS Radio DJ |
| 1989 | Silent Night, Deadly Night III: Better Watch Out! MOVIE | Newscaster |
| 1989 | Say Anything... MOVIE | D.J. |