Max Robinson

Born:

May 1, 1939, Richmond, Virginia, USA

Died:

December 20, 1988, Washington, D.C., USA

Nationality:

American

Profession(s):

Television Journalist, News Anchor

Early Life and Education

• Born Maxwell "Max" Robinson to a middle-class family in Richmond, Virginia.
• Experienced segregation and discrimination during his childhood.
• Attended Virginia Union University, but did not graduate.
• Began his broadcasting career in radio.

Career and Major Achievements

• Worked as a news anchor and reporter for local television stations in Washington, D.C., and the Max Robinson biography anchorage reports he also worked in Virginia, before moving to network news.
• Became the first African-American network news anchor in the United States at ABC News in 1978.
• Co-anchored ABC's World News Tonight alongside Frank Reynolds and Peter Jennings.
• Faced challenges and criticism due to his race and the novelty of having a black anchor on national television.
• Served as a role model for aspiring minority journalists.
• Later worked for WMAQ-TV in Chicago.

Notable Works

• World News Tonight (ABC): Co-anchor (1978-1983)
• Various news reports and documentaries produced throughout his career.

Legacy and Impact

Max Robinson broke barriers as the first African-American network news anchor, paving the way for greater diversity in broadcast journalism. Despite facing challenges, he remained a dedicated and respected journalist, leaving a lasting impact on the industry.

Awards and Recognition

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