Roger Mudd
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Prominent Roles and Publications
Among his many broadcasting achievements, Mudd served as the moderator of NBC’s long-running program, Meet the Press, further solidifying his status as one of America’s most respected journalists. In 2008, he published his autobiography, The Place to Be: Washington, CBS, and the Glory Days of Television News, offering insight into the golden era of television journalism and his personal experiences in the field.
Quick Facts
- Birth Date
- 9 Feb, 1928
- Age
- 92 yrs
- Occupations
- Television presenter
Journalist
News presenter
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- Citizenship
- United States of America
- Birth Place
- Washington, D.C.
- Gender
- Male
- Description
- American television news reporter and anchor
- Net Worth 2020
- 5 million
- Net Worth 2021
- 40 million
Philanthropy and Personal Life
In 2010, Mudd made a significant philanthropic contribution by donating $4 million to his alma mater, Washington and Lee University. This generous gift established the Roger Mudd Center for the Study of Professional Ethics, reflecting his commitment to integrity in journalism and public service.
Mudd was married to E.J. Spears of Richmond, Virginia. Together they had four children and were grandparents to eleven grandchildren. Roger Mudd passed away on March 9, 2021, at the age of 93, leaving behind a legacy of journalistic excellence and ethical leadership.
