Dave Garroway
American television personality (1913–1982) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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David Cunningham Garroway (July 13, 1913 – July 21, 1982) was an American television personality. He was the founding host and anchor of NBC's Today from 1952 to 1961. His easygoing and relaxing style belied a lifelong battle with depression.[1] Garroway has been honored for his contributions to radio and television with a star for each on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and the St. Louis Walk of Fame,[2] the city where he spent part of his teenaged years and early adulthood.[3]
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Born | David Cunningham Garroway (1913-07-13)July 13, 1913 Schenectady, New York, U.S. |
Died | July 21, 1982(1982-07-21) (aged 69) Swarthmore, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
Resting place | West Laurel Hill Cemetery |
Other names | The Roving Announcer |
Alma mater | Washington University in St. Louis |
Occupation | Television personality |
Years active | 1938–1982 |
Known for | Host of Today (1952–1961) Host of Wide Wide World (1955–1958) |
Spouses | Adele Dwyer (m. 1945–1946)Pamela Wilde (m. 1956–1961) |
Children | 3 |
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