John Edgar Webster, a distinguished Canadian journalist and media personality, was born on April 15, 1918, in Scotland, and would go on to make a lasting impact on the Canadian broadcasting industry.
As a renowned figure in Vancouver's radio and television scene, Webster earned the nickname "king of the Vancouver airwaves" for his extensive career spanning over four decades, from the 1950s until his retirement in 1988.
With a remarkable career that spanned multiple mediums, including radio and television, Webster left an indelible mark on the Canadian media landscape.