Journalist

Date of Birth: January 22, 1886 Zodiac Sign: Aquarius Date of Death: January 10, 1961 Biography Isabel Paterson was a Canadian-American journalist, author, and political philosopher, known for her significant contributions to American literature and libertarian thought. Born on January 22, 1886, in rural Ontario,…

Date of Birth: June 23, 1876 Zodiac Sign: Cancer Date of Death: March 11, 1944 Biography Irvin Shrewsbury Cobb was an American author, humorist, columnist, and one of the most popular journalists and short story writers of his time. Born in Paducah, Kentucky, Cobb began…

Date of Birth: July 31, 1912 Zodiac Sign: Leo Date of Death: November 10, 2003 Biography Irv Kupcinet, renowned as “Kup,” was an American newspaper columnist and television talk-show host. Born in Chicago, Illinois, Kupcinet, whose career spanned over six decades, became a prominent figure…

Date of Birth: March 3, 1959 Zodiac Sign: Pisces Biography Ira Jeffrey Glass, born March 3, 1959, is an acclaimed American public radio personality and journalist. He is best known as the host and producer of the radio and television show “This American Life,” which…

Date of Birth: November 5, 1857 Zodiac Sign: Scorpio Date of Death: January 6, 1944 Biography Ida Minerva Tarbell was an American journalist, lecturer, and chronicler, best known for her pioneering investigative journalism. Born on November 5, 1857, in Amity Township, Pennsylvania, Tarbell grew up…

Date of Birth: July 18, 1937 Zodiac Sign: Cancer Date of Death: February 20, 2005 Biography Hunter S. Thompson was an American journalist and author, best known for his pioneering work in the field of Gonzo journalism—a style of journalism where reporters involve themselves in…

Date of Birth: September 3, 1927 Zodiac Sign: Virgo Date of Death: November 21, 2005 Biography Hugh Sidey was a distinguished American journalist and author renowned for his insightful political reporting and analysis. Born in Greenfield, Iowa, Sidey spent over four decades at Time magazine,…

Date of Birth: May 12, 1914 Zodiac Sign: Taurus Date of Death: February 15, 2002 Biography Howard K. Smith was an influential American journalist, radio reporter, television anchorman, and author, widely regarded for his insightful reporting and incisive analysis of significant events in the 20th…