Lara Logan

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Surviving Sexual Assault in Cairo

On February 11, 2011, while covering celebrations in Cairo's Tahrir Square following the resignation of Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak, Logan was sexually assaulted by a mob. She later spoke publicly about the attack to raise awareness about sexual violence toward journalists in conflict zones. Her bravery in discussing the assault helped spark broader conversations on the safety of women in the media industry.

Quick Facts

Birth Date: 29 Mar, 1971
Age: 49 yrs
Occupations: War correspondent
Journalist

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Citizenship: South Africa
Birth Place: Durban
Education: University of Natal
Gender: Female
Description: British television and radio journalist, and war correspondent
Net Worth 2021: 6 million

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Public Presence and Social Media

Lara Logan maintains a public profile through various platforms, including social media. Her official Facebook page, Lara Logan, currently has over 39,000 followers.

Notable Interviews and Media Appearances

Logan has participated in several high-profile interviews discussing both personal and professional challenges. In a notable 60 Minutes interview, she opened up about her assault in Egypt. Additionally, she has spoken about her experiences with cancer and her reporting on the 2012 Benghazi incident, offering insight into the challenges faced by foreign correspondents.

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