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Tom Brokaw
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Tom Brokaw's Biography

Thomas John "Tom" Brokaw (born February 6, 1940) is an American television journalist and author. Brokaw is best known as the former anchor and managing editor of NBC Nightly News. His last broadcast as anchor was on December 1, 2004, after which he was succeeded by Brian Williams. In the latter part of Brokaw's tenure, NBC Nightly News became the most watched cable or broadcast news program in the United States. Brokaw also hosted, wrote, and moderated special programs on a wide range of topics. He was recently the interim moderator of NBC's Meet the Press, taking over following the death of Tim Russert. Throughout his career, he has been the recipient of numerous awards and honors.

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  • News Source: The News Journal | 2 days ago
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  • Blog Source: patrick-patrickscott.blogspot.com | 3 days ago
    My character was being interviewed by Tom Brokaw in a radio broadcast room. At the same time some unit went out and we had to stop broadcasting. I recall a replacement unit being brought in but I felt something was wrong with it. ...
  • Blog Source: forums.fanhost.com | 3 days ago
    Jennifer Love Hewitt, who got a hug from the Phillie Phanatic at a May game, and Upper Darby raised boyfriend Jamie Kennedy have requested tickets for Sunday's Game 4, as have Billy Bob Thornton, Tom Brokaw, and Pearl Jam, who Saturday ...
  • Blog Source: tbfreviews.net | 3 days ago
    It seems that I and everyone who grew up in the 30's and 40's are now members of Tom Brokaw's “Greatest Generation.” We didn't know that then, but I recognize the truth of it. We never gave up, and we made it through. ...

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