Charles Van Doren
American academic and quiz show contestant
Born
February 12th, 1926
99 years ago
Died
April 9th, 2019
6 years ago — 93 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United States
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An academic and quiz show contestant gained national attention through participation in the television quiz show 'Twenty-One'. This role brought controversies surrounding quiz show ethics to light. During the 1950s, considerable public interest followed the revelations of the scripted nature of quiz shows. After the scandal, pursued a career in education and writing, focusing on topics related to literature and culture. Served as a professor at Columbia University and authored several works, contributing to discussions on the role of education in society.
Competed on the quiz show 'Twenty-One'
Wrote 'A History of Knowledge'
Contributed to literary and cultural discussions
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