Moira Stuart
British broadcaster and news presenter
Born
September 2nd, 1949
76 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United Kingdom
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Started broadcasting career in the early 1970s, becoming a prominent news presenter in British television and radio. First female newsreader on BBC News, making significant advancements in representation in journalism. Presented various news programs and had a long tenure with BBC, covering major national and international events. Her work contributed to the evolution of news broadcasting standards in the UK.
First female newsreader on BBC News
Presented BBC's 'Nine O'Clock News'
Hosted 'Good Morning Britain'
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