Robert MacNeil

Journalist and author of 'The MacNeil/Lehrer Report'

Robert MacNeil - Journalist and author of 'The MacNeil/Lehrer Report'
Born

January 19th, 1931
94 years ago

Died

April 12th, 2024
0 years ago — 93 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Canada

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A Canadian-American journalist and author, contributed significantly to television journalism. Co-founded PBS’s 'The MacNeil/Lehrer NewsHour', which set a standard for news broadcasting with its in-depth analysis. Also worked with the CBC before moving to the U.S. and has authored several books, including a historical narrative about the Vietnam War. His career spanned several decades, earning numerous accolades for journalistic excellence.

Co-founded 'The MacNeil/Lehrer NewsHour'

Authored several books including narratives on the Vietnam War

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