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Article: Remembrances of Roger King.(Special Report: Roger King 1944-2007)
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- TelevisionWeek
- Article date:
- December 17, 2007
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Byline: Compiled by Chris Pursell and Michele Greppi
Oprah Winfrey, host, "Oprah,'' founder, Harpo Productions: "Roger was the best sales executive this industry has ever known. He was a larger-than-life partner who helped me launch two decades of success in syndication. I will never forget what he did for me. And this industry will never forget his legendary presence.''
Rachael Ray, host, "Rachael Ray'': "King was an appropriate name for Roger, as he is and always will be the KING of sales. He was a singular man who once told me that the key to his salesmanship was the ability to offer a great tuna sandwich to his customers. Roger confided in me that ...