John Hockenberry
Journalist and author of 'A River Runs Through It'
Born
June 4th, 1956
69 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A journalist and author, contributions included reporting for NBC News and PBS. Authored 'A River Runs Through It' which explores personal experiences and insights. Worked as a correspondent in major conflict zones, providing coverage that informed audiences on critical issues. Notable for engaging storytelling and in-depth interviews on current events and social topics.
Reported for NBC News and PBS
Authored 'A River Runs Through It'
Conducted interviews with notable figures
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