Walter Annenberg

Publisher and U.S. Ambassador to UK

Walter Annenberg - Publisher and U.S. Ambassador to UK
Born

March 13th, 1908
117 years ago

Died

October 1st, 2002
23 years ago — 94 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Annenberg served as a publisher and diplomat. In 1969, appointed as the United States Ambassador to the United Kingdom, he held the position until 1974. During his career, he established the Annenberg Foundation, which focused on education, arts, and communication. His work in publishing included ownership of the Triangle Publications, which published TV Guide and Seventeen magazine. Significant contributions were made to various educational and cultural institutions.

Served as U.S. Ambassador to the United Kingdom

Established the Annenberg Foundation

Owned Triangle Publications

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