Tex McCrary - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | October 13, 1910 |
|---|---|
| Birthplace | Calvert, Texas, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra - (see also Tex McCrary's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dog |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Pioneering talk-show host, public relations executive, and media personality |
Intro
Tex McCrary was an American journalist, public relations specialist, and influential radio and television host. He played a significant role in shaping American media, especially post-World War II, and was known for popularizing the talk show format in broadcasting.
Early Life & Background
Tex McCrary was born in Calvert, Texas. He attended Yale University, where he edited the Yale Record and became involved in journalism. After graduation, McCrary worked for the New York Herald Tribune and gained experience as a writer and editor before his military service.
Career Highlights
- Worked for the New York Herald Tribune as a reporter and editor
- Served as a colonel and handled press relations for the U.S. Army Air Forces during World War II
- Pioneered talk-show radio and television formats with his wife Jinx Falkenburg, hosting 'Meet Tex and Jinx' and 'Hi Jinx'
- Consulted on public relations for major US corporations post-war
- Influential supporter in convincing Dwight D. Eisenhower to run for U.S. president
Trivia
- Married to model and radio host Jinx Falkenburg
- Credited with introducing the talk-show format to American broadcasting
- Was among the first journalists to cover the aftermath of Hiroshima's atomic bombing
FAQs
People also ask
Tex McCrary was born the 13 October 1910.
Calvert, Texas, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About October 13th, 1910, in brief:
- Historical events: On October 13, 1910, the Interstate Commerce Commission implemented new safety regulations for railroads in the United States. These regulations aimed to improve safety standards and reduce accidents on railroads.
- Day of the week: October 13th, 1910 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Big Bass Viol by Peerless Quartet
- Popular movie: directed by D.W. Griffith
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