Jacobo Zabludovsky
Mexican journalist and news anchor
Born
1928
98 years ago
Died
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Mexico
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A prominent figure in Mexican journalism, this individual led a long and influential career, primarily recognized for hosting the news program '24 Horas' on Televisa. The program became a staple of Mexican television for several decades, shaping public perception and discourse. Not only did this journalist investigate and report on key national events, but also covered major historical moments in Mexico’s modern history, such as the 1985 Mexico City earthquake. After stepping back from mainstream journalism, continued to contribute to the field through commentary and analysis, providing insights on various socio-political issues until passing away in 2015.
Hosted '24 Horas' on Televisa
Reported on the 1985 Mexico City earthquake
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