Donnie Simpson
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Donnie Simpson is a longtime American radio DJ as well as a television and movie personality. He hosted The Donnie Simpson Morning Show on Washington, D.C., radio station WPGC-FM from March 1993 to January 29, 2010. Currently, he hosts The Donnie Simpson Show on D.C.-based radio station WMMJ-FM (Majic 102.3 FM), which began airing on August 17, 2015. Donnie is the first urban-format radio personality to have an annual salary over $1 million without being syndicated. In 2003, Simpson, through his agent and longtime friend, George Parker, inked a 6-year, 8-figure deal with WPGC-FM making Simpson the highest paid African-American radio personality ever without syndication. He was Billboard's Radio Personality of the Year and Program Director of the Year. On October 29, 2020, during a live radio broadcast induction ceremony from multiple locations and across multiple audio platforms, Donnie, along with six other broadcasters, was inducted into the Radio Hall of Fame.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Donnie Simpson reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 5 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Music
The majority of Donnie Simpson's filmography leans towards the Music genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 40% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Donnie Simpson remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in We Want the Funk!, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Donnie Simpson Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Donnie Simpson's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Donnie Simpson.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | We Want the Funk! | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Almost Christmas | Radio DJ (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Five Heartbeats | Donnie Simpson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Jackie Robinson: An American Journey | On Screen Narrator | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Krush Groove | Contest MC | Average | Similar → |
Donnie Simpson - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Donnie Simpson?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Donnie Simpson is "We Want the Funk!" with a rating of 9.2/10.
How many movies has Donnie Simpson acted in?
Donnie Simpson has been featured in at least 5 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Donnie Simpson?
Other notable films include "The Five Heartbeats", "Krush Groove", and "Almost Christmas".