Deborah Norville

Journalist and news anchor, 'Inside Edition'

Deborah Norville - Journalist and news anchor, 'Inside Edition'
Born

August 8th, 1958
66 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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A prominent journalist and television personality, work in broadcasting includes hosting popular television news programs. Served as the anchor for 'Inside Edition', contributing to its success as a leading newsmagazine. Hosted other platforms and engaged in various reporting assignments, which helped shape public discourse on diverse issues. An advocate for journalism and has received several accolades recognizing contributions to the field.

Anchored 'Inside Edition' since 1995

Reported for 'NBC Nightly News'

Contributed to 'Today' show

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