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Barbara Walters - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | September 25, 1929 |
|---|---|
| Age | 96 |
| Birthplace | Boston, Massachusetts, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra - (see also Barbara Walters's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Snake |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Being a trailblazing television journalist, co-hosting and creating 'The View,' and hosting shows such as 'Today,' '20/20,' and 'ABC Evening News'. |
Intro
Barbara Walters was a pioneering American broadcast journalist, author, and television personality known for her distinctive interviewing style and for breaking barriers for women in television news.
Early Life & Background
Barbara Walters was born to Dena and Lou Walters. Her father was a nightclub owner and impresario, which exposed her to celebrities from a young age. Walters graduated from Sarah Lawrence College with a B.A. in English in 1951.
Career Highlights
- First woman to co-anchor a network evening news (ABC Evening News, 1976)
- Longtime co-host of NBC's 'Today' show (1962–1976)
- Co-creator and co-host of 'The View' (1997–2014)
- Host and producer of '20/20' (1979–2004)
- Renowned for her high-profile interviews with heads of state, celebrities, and newsmakers
Trivia
- Barbara Walters's interviewing style became known as the 'Barbara Walters Special,' famous for her probing but personable approach.
- She was inducted into the Television Hall of Fame in 1989.
- She was awarded multiple Daytime and Primetime Emmy Awards during her career.
- Walters was known for her annual 'Most Fascinating People' television special.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Barbara Walters?
Barbara Walters is 96 years old.
When was Barbara Walters born?
Barbara Walters was born the 25 September 1929.
Where is Barbara Walters from?
Boston, Massachusetts, United States.
On Her Birth-Day
About September 25th, 1929, in brief:
- Day of the week: September 25th, 1929 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Snake (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: The Broadway Melody directed by Harry Beaumont
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