1938 - 2005
Peter Jennings was a prominent Canadian-American journalist and news anchor, best known for his role as the chief anchor of ABC News' "World News Tonight" from 1983 until his death in 2005. He was acclaimed for his reporting during significant events such as the September 11 attacks and the Gulf War, earning numerous awards throughout his career for his journalistic excellence. Jennings was recognized for his ability to humanize news stories and present complex issues in an accessible manner.