Tom Brokaw
Biography
Thomas John Brokaw is a prominent American journalist and author renowned for his impactful career in television news. He served as the anchor and managing editor of NBC Nightly News for an impressive span of twenty-two years, from 1982 to 2004. Brokaw holds the unique distinction of having hosted all three major NBC News programs: The Today Show, NBC Nightly News, and, for a short time, Meet the Press.
Throughout his tenure at NBC, Brokaw covered significant national and global events, earning widespread acclaim for his insightful reporting and compelling storytelling. He is also celebrated for his work on notable documentaries and special reports, showcasing his versatility beyond traditional news broadcasting.
In addition to his journalism career, Brokaw is an accomplished author, with several bestselling books to his name, including "The Greatest Generation," which highlights the experiences of those who lived through the Great Depression and World War II. Currently, he continues to contribute to NBC News as a special correspondent, while also producing documentaries for various media outlets. His enduring legacy in journalism and his commitment to storytelling have made him a respected figure in the field, influencing generations of news professionals.
Filmography
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Journeys with George
2002 • Self (archive footage)
iGenius: How Steve Jobs Changed the World
2011 • Self
D-Day: Normandy 1944
2014 • Narrator (voice)
The Mayo Clinic
2018
Iverson
2014
Breslin and Hamill: Deadline Artists
2018 • Self
Common Threads: Stories from the Quilt
1989
Endangered
2022
Untold: Caitlyn Jenner
2021 • Self - NBC News Anchor (archive footage)
Oscar Arias: Without a Shot Fired
2017 • Self
The Newspaperman: The Life and Times of Ben Bradlee
2017 • Self
Joan Didion: The Center Will Not Hold
2017 • Self
And the King Said, What a Fantastic Machine
2023 • Self (archive footage)
LA 92
2017
Buccaneers & Bones
2010 • Narrator
Fiasco
2021 • Self (archive footage)
The Nineties
2017 • Self (archive footage)