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Pioneering NPR Anchor Susan Stamberg Dies at 87
16 Oct
Summary
- Susan Stamberg, NPR's first female anchor, passed away in 2020 at age 87
- Stamberg was a founding member of NPR and helped shape its sensibility
- She was known for her unique on-air personality and innovative reporting
In March 2020, Susan Stamberg, a trailblazing journalist who was one of the original staffers at National Public Radio (NPR), passed away at the age of 87. Stamberg was a groundbreaking figure in the world of broadcast journalism, becoming the first woman to anchor a national nightly news program in the United States.
Stamberg's career at NPR spanned over five decades, during which she helped shape the sensibility and character of the network. Colleagues regarded her as a mentor and a founding mother of the organization, known for her tough, no-nonsense approach and her unwavering commitment to her craft.
Beyond her role as an anchor, Stamberg was renowned for her diverse and engaging reporting, covering a wide range of topics from politics to the arts. She was recognized by her peers with numerous accolades, including induction into the National Radio Hall of Fame and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Stamberg's passing marked the end of an era for NPR, as the network mourned the loss of one of its most iconic and influential figures. Her legacy, however, lives on through the countless journalists she inspired and the indelible mark she left on the world of public radio.
