Joan Lunden

Television journalist and author

Joan Lunden - Television journalist and author
Born

September 19th, 1950
74 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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A prominent television journalist and author, contributed significantly to broadcasting, particularly as a co-anchor for the ABC News program 'Good Morning America' from 1980 to 1997. Transitioned from news to a successful career in health and wellness, publishing multiple books on the subject. Served as a key figure in American television journalism, offering both reporting and anchoring expertise.

Co-anchored 'Good Morning America' from 1980 to 1997

Authored several books on health and wellness

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