Barbara Walters

Barbara Jill Walters was a pioneering American television journalist and media personality.

She began her career in 1961 at NBC and later became the first woman to anchor a nightly network news program in 1976.

Walters was known for her work on morning shows like Today and The View, as well as her long-running stint as co-host of the evening magazine 20/20.

She conducted numerous high-profile interviews with world leaders, celebrities, and newsmakers throughout her career.

Walters broke barriers for women in journalism and became a respected figure in the television industry, known for her incisive questioning and ability to connect with interview subjects.