Pierre Andre (born Philip Litman,[1] November 25, 1899 – July 21, 1962)[2] was an announcer in the era of old-time radio.
[1] Andre's initial performance on radio, at WEBC in Duluth, Minnesota, resulted from his being invited to speak over the microphone at a studio party.
[4] His obituary noted that he "introduced the first of the remote dance band broadcasts, the Midnight Flyers program from the Blackhawk restaurant.
"[1] It also reported that he adapted to different types of programming as old-time radio formats disappeared, being replaced by talk shows and other genres.
[1] Programs on which Andre was heard nationally as an announcer included Little Orphan Annie, Arnold Grimm's Daughter, Betty and Bob, Backstage Wife, Carters of Elms Street, Easy Aces,[4] Sky King,[5] Captain Midnight,[6]: 63 How's the Family?