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Marilyn Denis Retires After 40 Years of Radio Stardom

2/26/2026

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Marilyn Denis, of CHUM 104.5, is stepping away from the station after 40 years.
Denis, 67, began her career as Idaho's first female DJ in 1976 and joined CHUM in 1986 to become a Toronto radio staple.
Her partnership with Roger Ashby contributed to the show's success for more than three decades.
Denis plans to focus on her family and other projects after the show ends.

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Marilyn Denis, of CHUM 104.5, is stepping away from the station after 40 years.
Denis, 67, began her career as Idaho's first female DJ in 1976 and joined CHUM in 1986 to become a Toronto radio staple.
Her partnership with Roger Ashby contributed to the show's success for more than three decades.
Denis plans to focus on her family and other projects after the show ends.