Biography
Steve Kelley became one of Denver’s most entertaining and recognizable radio personalities through a career distinguished by creativity, humor, and extraordinary community involvement. Arriving in Denver in 1977 to host evenings on legendary AM-950 KIMN, Kelley quickly established himself as a leading personality through his energetic delivery, memorable comedy sketches, and imaginative listener interactions. In 1986, he moved to KOA, where his afternoon program, Kelley and Company, became a fixture of Denver radio. His broadcasting career also included a successful transition to television as a morning news anchor at FOX31 before returning to radio at KNUS.
Kelley’s influence extended far beyond entertainment. Through a remarkable series of charitable challenges—including crawling the 16th Street Mall, swimming 101 miles in Sloan’s Lake, and visiting every seat in both Mile High Stadiums—he helped raise more than $2 million for Denver-area charities. His broadcasting achievements earned him recognition as Denver Radio Personality of the Year in 1983 and the prestigious Marconi Award for Large Market Radio Personality of the Year in 1999. Kelley’s combination of creativity, audience connection, and commitment to helping others made him an unforgettable figure in Colorado broadcasting.
