Judy Woodruff

Date of Birth: November 20, 1946

Zodiac Sign: Scorpio

Biography

Judy Woodruff is a prominent American journalist who has made significant contributions to television news over a career spanning several decades. Born Judith Woodruff, she began her journalism career in the early 1970s after graduating from Duke University. Woodruff has worked with several major news networks including NBC, CNN, and PBS. She is best known for her role as an anchor and managing editor of the PBS NewsHour. Her reporting has covered a wide range of topics, from presidential elections and political analysis to international affairs and societal issues. Woodruff’s dedication to journalism has earned her numerous awards, including a Peabody Award and an Emmy Award. She is also a member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. In addition to her broadcasting work, Woodruff is a co-founder of the International Women’s Media Foundation, which supports female journalists worldwide. She has also authored and contributed to several books and articles on journalism and public affairs.

5 Interesting Facts about Judy Woodruff

1. Judy Woodruff was one of the first female anchors to cover a presidential election night in 1976.

2. She has interviewed every U.S. president since Jimmy Carter.

3. Woodruff was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2010 but has continued her journalism career unabated.

4. She served as a board member for the Duke University Board of Trustees from 1985 to 1997.

5. Judy Woodruff is a recipient of the prestigious Gwen Ifill Press Freedom Award.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Judy Woodruff

1. “The responsibility of a journalist is to give people the information they need to make informed decisions.”

2. “Journalism is the first rough draft of history.”

3. “I think the best journalists are the ones who are curious and want to understand the world around them.”

4. “The most important thing we can do as journalists is to be fair and accurate.”

5. “In an age of information overload, the role of trusted journalism is more crucial than ever.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Judy Woodruff’s highest net worth is estimated to be around $8 million.

Children

Judy Woodruff has three children: Jeffrey, Benjamin, and Lauren. Her son Jeffrey was born with spina bifida, and Woodruff has been an advocate for people with disabilities ever since.