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David Brinkley (1920-2003) was a pioneering American newscaster best known for his work on NBC's "The Huntley-Brinkley Report" from 1956 to 1970. This influential nightly news program, co-anchored with Chet Huntley, set a new standard for television journalism with its distinctive style and thorough reporting. Brinkley won ten Emmy Awards and the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1992. more
David Brinkley (1920-2003) was a pioneering American newscaster best known for his work on NBC's "The Huntley-Brinkley Report" from 1956 to 1970. This influential nightly news program, co-anchored with Chet Huntley, set a new standard for television journalism with its distinctive style and thorough reporting. Brinkley won ten Emmy Awards and the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1992. He later joined ABC News, where he hosted "This Week with David Brinkley" from 1981 to 1996. His concise and witty delivery, coupled with his insightful commentary, distinguished him in the field of broadcast journalism. Brinkley's contributions significantly shaped modern news broadcasting, making him a respected figure in American media history. less
