Roger Ailes

Media Consultant and Fox News Founder

Roger Ailes - Media Consultant and Fox News Founder
Born

May 15th, 1940
84 years ago

Died

May 18th, 2017
7 years ago — 77 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

United States

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A prominent media consultant and television executive, significant contributions included founding a major news network. Worked as a political advisor and media strategist, shaping communication strategies for presidential campaigns. Served as chairman and CEO of Fox News Channel, which became a leading cable news outlet during his tenure. Ailes developed a controversial approach to news broadcasting and was influential in the evolution of modern conservative media.

Founded Fox News Channel in 1996

Advised presidential campaigns including Richard Nixon and Ronald Reagan

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