Don Imus was a one-time radio host who was known for his controversial comments and off-color humor. He hosted a nationally syndicated talk show from 1971 to 2018, and was inducted into the National Radio Hall of Fame in 1989. He was also the host of the Imus in the Morning show on WABC-AM in New York City from 1971 to 2018. Imus was widely criticized for his inflammatory remarks about race, gender, and other topics. Despite this, he remained popular with many listeners and was a fixture on the airwaves for nearly five decades.