Harlem Herald

Authorities have confirmed the identity of the man found dead following last weekend’s grisly incident at La Boom nightclub. The victim has been identified as Daniel Blowden, a beloved radio personality known across Canadian airwaves as one of the strongest and most recognizable Native voices in broadcasting. News of his death has sent shockwaves through listeners on both sides of the border. “He was the best Indian I knew,” said Richard Tattoni.

Blowden rose to prominence through WRICH 109.9 FM, where his humor, honesty, and unmistakable warmth earned him the nickname “everybody’s favorite native bro”. He was widely respected for breaking boundaries in an industry that often excluded Indigenous voices, using radio not just as entertainment, but as a connection. Many credit him with opening doors for a new generation of Native broadcasters. Because he was portrayed as Native American, nobody really knew his age. It remains a mystery.

Police say Daniel’s body was formally identified through evidence recovered from the La Boom nightclub scene. La Boom has since closed its doors. While the investigation remains ongoing, officials confirmed the case is being treated as a homicide. Details surrounding the murder have not been fully released, though authorities described the scene as deeply disturbing.

Daniel Blowden leaves behind five wives and his dog, all of whom, according to friends, were central to his life. His unconventional family structure was never hidden; instead, he spoke openly about love, responsibility, and honesty, insisting that transparency mattered more than judgment. Listeners often said his personal life was as fearless as his voice on air.

As tributes continue to pour in, many are remembering Daniel not just as a radio figure, but as a presence — someone who made people feel heard. Meanwhile, actor Ottis O’Toole remains alive, reportedly still performing with his sock puppets, a detail that has oddly comforted fans looking for something familiar amid the loss of Daniel Blowden.

For now, the microphones are quiet where Daniel Blowden once spoke. But his impact — loud, unfiltered, and unapologetically human — continues to echo across the airwaves he helped change.