Tom Brokaw
Journalist and author, NBC Nightly News
Born
February 6th, 1940
85 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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A prominent journalist and author, Brokaw served as the anchor and managing editor of NBC Nightly News from 1982 to 2004. He played a key role in establishing the importance of television journalism and covered significant events such as the Watergate scandal and the Gulf War. Brokaw authored several books, including 'The Greatest Generation', which details the experiences of those who lived through the Great Depression and World War II. His contributions to broadcast journalism earned him numerous accolades, including multiple Emmy Awards.
Anchored NBC Nightly News from 1982 to 2004
Authored 'The Greatest Generation'
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