JOURNAL ARTICLE

Intrepid interviewer Barbara Walters, a pioneer for women in journalism, dies at 93.

  • Published In: Fortune.com, 2023. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Moore, Frazier 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the life and career of Barbara Walters, a pioneering television journalist who passed away at the age of 93. Walters was the first female network news anchor and became a prominent figure in journalism, known for her exclusive interviews with notable personalities and her role in creating the daytime talk show "The View" in 1997, which aimed to amplify women's voices. Throughout her nearly four-decade career at ABC and NBC, she garnered significant acclaim, including a Peabody Award, and was recognized for her impactful interviewing style. Walters is remembered for her contributions to journalism and her legacy as a trailblazer for women in the field. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Fortune.com. 2023/01, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Biography
  • Publication Date:2023
  • Accession Number:161084262
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