Chet Huntley

1911 - 1974

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Biography

Chet Huntley was an American television newscaster and journalist. He co-anchored the "Huntley-Brinkley Report" alongside David Brinkley on NBC from 1956 to 1970. Huntley's calm demeanor and journalistic integrity made him a trusted figure delivering news to American households during a critical period of the 20th century. His reporting covered significant events like the space race, civil rights movement, and the Vietnam War.