The Resume

(August 1914-May 24, 1996)
Died of cancer at 81
Hosted 'Popeye' in New York City
Co-founded WPIX TV Channel 11 in NYC (June 15, 1948)
Newscaster/Announcer on WPIX

Why he might be annoying:

His nickname was 'Captain Jack.'
One may wonder if 'Captain Jack' influenced Billy Joel's hit 'Captain Jack Will Get You High.'
He appeared laid back and staid.
He had little charisma with kids.
He was confused with another Jack McCarthy, who provided the voice of 'The Green Hornet' on radio.

He was a very successful radio and TV host.
His interview style was both witty and engaging.
He hosted WPIX TV's annual broadcast of NYC's St. Patrick Day Parade for over forty years (1949-1989, 91-92).
He was the third and last sea captain to host WPIX TV's 'Popeye Show' (September 26,1960-September 1972).
He talked intimately, warmly and honestly to the kids at home.
Some information provided by Kevin S. Butler

Featured in the following Annoying Collections:

• I Died in 1996 (Ranked: 81)
• Kiddie Programs
• Look at Me, I'm Wearing Military Garb
• Masturbatory Names
• Musical Theater Star
• N.B.C. Pages
• News
• Profiles 8751-9000 (Ranked: 8803)
• Seamen

Year In Review:

In 2022, Out of 4 Votes: 0% Annoying
In 2021, Out of 7 Votes: 57.14% Annoying
In 2020, Out of 2 Votes: 100% Annoying
In 2019, Out of 3 Votes: 33.33% Annoying
In 2018, Out of 1 Votes: 100% Annoying
In 2017, Out of 2 Votes: 50.0% Annoying
In 2016, Out of 10 Votes: 50.0% Annoying
In 2015, Out of 3 Votes: 33.33% Annoying
In 2014, Out of 15 Votes: 53.33% Annoying
In 2013, Out of 12 Votes: 50.0% Annoying
In 2012, Out of 14 Votes: 78.57% Annoying
In 2011, Out of 9 Votes: 88.89% Annoying
In 2010, Out of 30 Votes: 66.67% Annoying
In 2009, Out of 21 Votes: 38.10% Annoying
In 2008, Out of 41 Votes: 56.10% Annoying
In 2007, Out of 70 Votes: 44.29% Annoying
In 2006, Out of 108 Votes: 49.07% Annoying
In 2005, Out of 175 Votes: 53.71% Annoying
In 2004, Out of 229 Votes: 50.66% Annoying
In 2003, Out of 177 Votes: 52.54% Annoying