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obituary1 year ago

Elwood Edwards, Iconic AOL 'You've Got Mail' Voice, Passes at 74

Elwood Edwards, the iconic voice behind AOL's "You've got mail" greeting, has passed away at 74 due to complications from a stroke. Edwards recorded the famous phrase in 1989, which became a cultural touchstone in the 1990s. Despite his widespread auditory recognition, Edwards remained largely anonymous, enjoying a career in radio and television behind the scenes. He is survived by his daughters, granddaughter, and brother, with a memorial service planned in New Bern, North Carolina.

via The Guardian|
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technology1 year ago

Elwood Edwards, Iconic Voice of 'You've Got Mail,' Passes Away at 74

The article reflects on the nostalgic experience of early internet use in the 1990s, particularly through AOL and its iconic "you've got mail" notification voiced by Elwood Edwards, who recently passed away at 74. It contrasts the planned, limited online experiences of the past with today's constant connectivity, highlighting a sense of loss for when going online was a distinct event rather than an omnipresent reality.

via Defector|
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obituary1 year ago

Elwood Edwards, Iconic 'You've Got Mail' Voice, Passes Away at 74

Elwood Edwards, the voice behind AOL's iconic "You've Got Mail" notification, has passed away at the age of 74 after a long illness. Edwards recorded the famous phrase in 1989, which became a hallmark of the AOL experience, reportedly being heard over 35 million times a day at its peak. He was also known for his work as a graphics guru and camera operator at WKYC, where he was described as a "dear friend." His voice remains a nostalgic element for many AOL users.

via Fox Business|
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obituary1 year ago

Elwood Edwards, Iconic AOL 'You've Got Mail' Voice, Passes at 74

Elwood Edwards, the iconic voice behind AOL's "You've Got Mail" greeting, has passed away at the age of 74 after a long illness. Edwards, who recorded the famous phrase in 1989 for just $200, became an unexpected part of internet history as his voice became synonymous with AOL's email service. Despite the digital age, his voice continues to resonate with users who still use AOL's services.

via The Verge|
#aol#elwood-edwards#obituary
technology1 year ago

Elwood Edwards, Iconic 'You've Got Mail' Voice, Passes at 74

Elwood Edwards, the voice behind AOL's iconic "You've Got Mail" alert, has passed away at 74. Edwards recorded the famous line in 1989 for $200, contributing to AOL's role as a pioneer in bringing people online in the '90s. AOL's peak came with its ill-fated merger with Time Warner in 2001, which failed as the dot-com bubble burst and broadband internet rose. Despite AOL's decline, Edwards' voice remains a nostalgic symbol for many.

via Gizmodo|
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