Robin Day
English journalist and television presenter
Born
October 24th, 1923
101 years ago
Died
2000
25 years ago — 77 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United Kingdom
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A prominent journalist and television presenter, contributed significantly to British broadcasting. Worked for the BBC and became known for incisive interviews with political figures. As a host of current affairs programs, specifically the 'Question Time' series, engaged with key issues of his time.
Hosted the BBC's 'Question Time'
Presented 'Panorama' and other news programs
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