State of Alabama Proud! On August 1, 1981, the world changed forever. A bold new force exploded onto the scene, MTV, revolutionizing pop culture and redefining the music and entertainment industry for generations to come. But before anyone else stepped into the spotlight, before the world knew what was coming, it was Alabama’s own Alan Hunter, from the heart of Birmingham, who stood tall and introduced himself. He was the first face. The first voice. And he was ours! "Hi, I'm Alan Hunter. I'll b