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Jim Lehrer

Born

May 19, 1934 (Age: 85)

Place of Birth

Wichita, Kansas, USA

Died

January 23, 2020

Known For

Acting

Also Known As

James Charles Lehrer

James 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.