Katharine Graham - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | June 16, 1917 |
|---|---|
| Age | 108 |
| Birthplace | New York City, New York, U.S. |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini - (see also Katharine Graham's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Snake |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Publisher of The Washington Post; pivotal leadership during the publication of the Pentagon Papers and Watergate scandal investigation. |
Intro
Katharine Graham was a prominent American publisher who led The Washington Post for more than two decades, overseeing its transformation into one of the most influential newspapers in the United States. She played a pivotal role during the publication of the Pentagon Papers and the Watergate scandal coverage.
Early Life & Background
Katharine Graham was born into a wealthy and influential family. Her father, Eugene Meyer, was a financier and, later, the owner of The Washington Post, while her mother, Agnes Elizabeth Ernst, was a bohemian intellectual. Graham was educated at Vassar College before transferring to the University of Chicago.
Career Highlights
- Chairwoman and CEO of The Washington Post Company
- Led The Washington Post through the publication of the Pentagon Papers (1971)
- Oversaw and supported the Post's reporting on the Watergate scandal (1972–1974)
- First female CEO of a Fortune 500 company
Trivia
- Won the Pulitzer Prize for Biography or Autobiography in 1998 for her memoir, 'Personal History'.
- Was portrayed by Meryl Streep in the film 'The Post' (2017).
FAQs
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Katharine Graham is 108 years old.
Katharine Graham was born the 16 June 1917.
New York City, New York, U.S..
On Her Birth-Day
About June 16th, 1917, in brief:
- Historical events: The inaugural All-Russian Congress of Soviets convened, marking a pivotal moment in the Russian Revolution.
- Day of the week: June 16th, 1917 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Snake (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Hawaiian Butterfly by Sterling Trio
- Popular movie: The Man from Painted Post directed by Joseph Henabery
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