Lester Holt

Journalist; NBC Nightly News anchor

Lester Holt - Journalist; NBC Nightly News anchor
Born

March 8th, 1959
66 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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Born in 1959, this journalist began a career in broadcasting at a local television station, later working for major networks. The individual joined NBC in 2000 as a Dateline correspondent, moving up to become the anchor of NBC Nightly News in 2015. The role involved significant coverage of national and international events, including elections and crisis situations. The person has also moderated presidential debates.

Anchored NBC Nightly News since 2015

Moderated multiple presidential debates

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