Dan Gallagher

Biography

Dan Gallagher (May 14, 1957 – January 20, 2001) was a prominent Canadian broadcaster recognized for his influential roles in television. Gallagher achieved fame as the host of MuchMusic's game show "Test Pattern" from 1989 to 1991 and previously as a VJ and host of the "Pepsi Power Hour" during the 1980s. His tenure extended to CBC Television's "Video Hits" from 1991 to 1993, marking his impact across multiple music-related programs. His untimely passing on January 20, 2001, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, marked a loss in the broadcasting community.