Jim Lehrer

Acting

Born: 1934-05-19
Died: 2020-01-23
From: Wichita, Kansas, USA
Gender: Male
Popularity: 0.2

Also Known As

James Charles LehrerJames Lehrer

Biography

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia James Charles Lehrer (May 19, 1934 – January 23, 2020) was an American journalist, novelist, screenwriter and playwright. Lehrer was the executive editor and a news anchor for the PBS NewsHour on PBS, known for his role as a debate moderator during U.S. presidential election campaigns. He authored numerous fiction and non-fiction books that drew upon his experience as a newsman, along with his interests in history and politics.

Awards & Nominations8 won · 0 nominated

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Walter Cronkite Award for Excellence in Journalism

PBS News Hour

2008
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Brigadier General Robert L. Denig Memorial Distinguished Performance Award

2007
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honorary doctor of Harvard University

2006
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National Humanities Medal

1999
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Common Wealth Award of Distinguished Service

PBS News Hour

1993
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Weintal Prize for Diplomatic Reporting

1992
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Carey McWilliams Award

1985
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Emmy Award