1920 - 2003
David Brinkley was an American television newscaster who became a prominent figure in broadcast journalism. Known for his distinctive voice and dry wit, he co-anchored programs such as "This Week" on ABC News and was a long-time anchor for NBC News, where he gained fame for his coverage of major events and his insightful commentary. Brinkley received numerous awards throughout his career, including multiple Emmys, and is celebrated for his influence on television news reporting.
The one function TV news performs very well is that when there is no news we give it to you with the same emphasis as if there were.