Ben Bradlee - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | August 26, 1921 |
|---|---|
| Age | 104 |
| Birthplace | Boston, Massachusetts, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo - (see also Ben Bradlee's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rooster |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Executive editor of The Washington Post during the Watergate scandal |
Intro
Ben Bradlee was an influential American journalist, best known for serving as executive editor of The Washington Post from 1968 to 1991. He oversaw the newspaper's coverage of the Watergate scandal, which contributed to the resignation of President Richard Nixon.
Early Life & Background
Ben Bradlee was born into a prominent Boston family. He attended St. Mark's School in Massachusetts and then Harvard University, graduating in 1942. Following his graduation, he served in the Office of Naval Intelligence during World War II.
Career Highlights
- Executive editor of The Washington Post (1968–1991)
- Supervised the paper’s coverage of the Watergate scandal
- Played a key role in publishing the Pentagon Papers
- Recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom (2013)
Trivia
- Portrayed by Jason Robards in the film 'All the President's Men' (1976)
- Married four times, including to journalist Sally Quinn
FAQs
People also ask
Ben Bradlee is 104 years old.
Ben Bradlee was born the 26 August 1921.
Boston, Massachusetts, United States.
On His Birth-Day
About August 26th, 1921, in brief:
- Historical events: Matthias Erzberger, a German politician and signatory of the Treaty of Versailles, was assassinated on August 26, 1921. His death was a significant event in the political turmoil of post-World War I Germany.
- Day of the week: August 26th, 1921 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: All By Myself by Frank Crumit
- Popular movie: Tol'able David directed by Henry King
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