Legendary Los Angeles DJ Jim Ladd Dies at 75

Jim Ladd, the iconic Los Angeles FM deejay known as "The Lonesome L.A. Cowboy" and the inspiration for Tom Petty's album The Last DJ, has passed away at the age of 75. Ladd, who hosted a SiriusXM show for 12 years, died of a heart attack at his home in Los Angeles. He was known for his freeform radio style and his passion for music. Ladd's death was announced by fellow DJ Meg Griffin, who described him as someone who never stopped caring and lived for the music.