There is no single figure in television history whose longevity and influence match Barbara Walters'. She became a star on NBC's "Today" in the early 1960s, raising the stature of the morning ...
A new documentary profiles journalist Barbara Walters, who fought sexist bullies throughout her career and still landed the biggest interviews. NPR's Michel Martin talks with director Jackie Jesko.
Barbara Walters was the first million-dollar woman on TV. But behind the scenes, the legendary interviewer and “The View” founder was a difficult and calculating star who did not have “the strongest ...
MICHEL MARTIN, BYLINE: For decades, viewers counted on this TV journalist to bag the biggest interviews. (SOUNDBITE OF MONTAGE) BARBARA WALTERS: Good morning. This is "Today" in Hawaii. This is "20/20 ...