Kuralt, Charles, 1934-1997

Charles Bishop Kuralt (1934-1997), newspaper, radio, and television journalist and author, was born in Wilmington, N.C. Kuralt attended the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, 1951-1955, where served as editor of the "Daily Tar Heel" and worked for WUNC radio. Kuralt then joined the staff of the "Charlotte News" and, in 1957, became a writer for CBS in New York. As a correspondent for CBS, Kuralt was best known for his long-running television series "On the Road" and "Sunday Morning." He was the author of several best-selling books based on his CBS experiences and the recipient of 13 Emmy awards and three George Foster Peabody awards.

From the description of Charles Kuralt collection, 1935-1997. WorldCat record id: 40828005

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