Tim Cavanagh

Tim Cavanagh (born July 1953) is an American comedic musician from Chicago. Cavanagh has been featured on many nationally syndicated radio and television programs. His parody of "99 Red Balloons" ("99 Dead Baboons") was the third most requested song on the Dr. Demento radio show in 1984. He was a regular writer, guest, and contributor on The Danny Bonaduce Show, creating dozens of jingles and songs for use on the show. Since 1997, he has had a regular segment on The Bob & Tom Show, heard every weekday morning in roughly 100 markets nationwide. Cavanagh is also sometimes featured on local programs, including The Jim Krenn Show, a morning drive show in Pittsburgh. Cavanagh's stand-up routines have been featured on television networks such as ABC, Showtime Network and Comedy Central.

American comedian

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Tim Cavanagh (born July 1953)^{[citation needed]} is an American comedic musician from Chicago.^[1][2]

Tim Cavanagh
Cavanagh in 2016.
Born	July 1953 (1953-07) (age 72) Chicago, Illinois, United States
Years active	1976–present

Cavanagh has been featured on many nationally syndicated radio and television programs. His parody of "99 Red Balloons" ("99 Dead Baboons") was the third most requested song on the Dr. Demento radio show in 1984. He was a regular writer, guest, and contributor on The Danny Bonaduce Show, creating dozens of jingles and songs for use on the show. Since 1997, he has had a regular segment on The Bob & Tom Show, heard every weekday morning in roughly 100 markets nationwide. Cavanagh is also sometimes featured on local programs, including The Jim Krenn Show, a morning drive show in Pittsburgh.

Cavanagh's stand-up routines have been featured on television networks such as ABC, Showtime Network and Comedy Central.

References

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1. ^ Vorva, Jeff (31 March 2025). "Orland Park comedian Tim Cavanagh back to laughing after pancreatic cancer nearly took his life". Chicago Tribune. Archived from the original on 24 July 2025. Retrieved 10 October 2025.
2. ^ Blomquist, Julie (August 2, 1986). "Harlow's hopes people seek comic relief". St. Joseph News-Press. p. 4A. Retrieved 10 October 2025.

External links

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• Official website

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