Hot 97's Angie Martinez Resigns

Angie Martinez

EMMIS Top 40/Rhythmic WQHT (HOT 97)/NEW YORK afternoon personality ANGIE MARTINEZ has resigned according to her TWITTER, INSTAGRAM and an on-air announcement at 3:45 PM ET.

Per MARTINEZ' tweet, "Today I resigned from HOT97. I am grateful to the EMMIS family for my time with the company and the immeasurable way that it has shaped my life. We made history together in so many ways and I will cherish those memories and my friendships forever. This was one of the toughest decisions I've ever had to make but ultimately it is time to move on, to grow and to be challenged in new ways."

A statement from WQHT confirmed MARTINEZ' departure saying, "ANGIE has given over 20 years of service to the HOT 97 brand, where she exemplified professionalism and passion for music.  We thank her deeply for her commitment to Hip Hop, radio, and broadcasting."

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