Bob Law, WWRL newscaster and 'Night Talk' host, dies at 86

Law was a pioneering radio executive and host of the first nationally syndicated Black-oriented talk show.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 2:34am

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Bob Law, a longtime resident of Westbury, New York, has passed away at the age of 86. Law was a pioneering radio executive and host of the first nationally syndicated Black-oriented talk show, 'Night Talk'.

Why it matters

Bob Law was a trailblazer in the radio industry, helping to give a voice to the Black community through his nationally syndicated talk show. His passing marks the end of an era and the loss of an influential figure in the history of American radio.

The details

Law hosted 'Night Talk', the first nationally syndicated Black-oriented talk show, which ran for over two decades. He was also a radio executive and community activist, working to amplify diverse voices and perspectives on the airwaves.

  • Bob Law passed away on Monday, March 30, 2026.

The players

Bob Law

A pioneering radio executive and host of the first nationally syndicated Black-oriented talk show, 'Night Talk', who passed away at the age of 86.

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What they’re saying

“It is with broken hearts that the family of Bob Law, legendary radio broadcaster, community activist, author and entrepreneur, announces his passing on Monday, March 30,”

— Bob Law's Family

The takeaway

Bob Law's legacy as a trailblazer in the radio industry and advocate for the Black community will continue to inspire future generations of broadcasters and activists.