About James Klass
Lived 1965 – 2009 (aged 44). James Klass was a British disc jockey.
James Klass (born 7 July 1965), was a British radio DJ for Radio City 96.7, Juice FM (formerly known as Crash F.M) and BBC Radio Merseyside, with a career spanning 25 years.
In 2009, he was awarded the Liverpool Black History Month's 'Lifetime Achievement' award for his work in the Liverpool radio industry, and within the black community of the city. Also, he has had an award named after him in his honour titled, The James Klass Arts & Media Award.
On 12 July 2009, James Klass died after suffering with colon cancer. His funeral took place in the Liverpool Anglican Cathedral along with his burial at Allerton Cemetery on Friday 17 July 2009. He left six children, including two adopted children.
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Who was James Klass?
radio DJ (1965–2009)
When was James Klass born?
James Klass was born on 7 July 1965.
When did James Klass die?
James Klass died on 12 July 2009.
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James Klass was a disc jockey.
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James Klass was British.
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