By Breaking Celebrity News Staff

He was one of the most celebrated TV personalities of all time, now Breaking Celebrity News is taking a look back at [expletive] Clark's memorable life to reveal seven things which might surprise you about the American star who passed away Wednesday at the age of 82.

7. From Mailroom to Newsroom: While he went on to achieve great things, Clark's career started in the mailroom of WRUN, a New York radio station owned by his uncle and managed by his father. He worked his way up the ranks from weatherman to announcer.

6. His Nickname Became His Stage Name: He wasn't always known as simply, [expletive] Clark, he was actually born Richard Wagstaff Clark. Like many celebrities he shortened his name to make it more catchy. First he changed it to [expletive] Clay but soon picked up the name he became famous for.

5. All Shook Up By Elvis: When Bob Horn was dismissed from Bob Horn's Bandstand for a drunken driving arrest, Clark - who was already a regular substitute - assumed the full-time job as presenter. The show was bought by ABC and renamed American Bandstand. Clark's first interview on the new show was