Willie Geist

Television journalist and host of 'Sunday Today'

Willie Geist - Television journalist and host of 'Sunday Today'
Born

May 3rd, 1975
50 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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A television journalist and host, gained prominence as a co-host on 'Today' and as the anchor of 'Sunday Today with Willie Geist'. Started career in local news before joining NBC News. Contributed as a correspondent on 'Meet the Press' and reported on various significant events. Provides analysis and commentary on current events, hosting several television specials.

Co-hosted 'Today' on NBC

Anchored 'Sunday Today with Willie Geist'

Reported for 'Meet the Press'

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