Remembering Larry King: A broadcasting icon
Legendary talk show host leaves behind a legacy of thought-provoking interviews
Larry King, the longtime CNN host who became an icon through his interviews with countless newsmakers, died Saturday morning at the age of 87.
King was born Lawrence Harvey Zeiger in Brooklyn, New York on November 19, 1933. He began his broadcasting career in 1957 as a disc jockey in Miami, Florida. In 1985, he joined CNN and launched his own talk show, "Larry King Live." The show quickly became one of the most popular on television, and King interviewed a wide range of guests, from presidents and politicians to celebrities and everyday people.
King was known for his easygoing interviewing style and his ability to get his guests to open up. He was also a master of the celebrity interview, and he often got his guests to share their most personal stories and thoughts. King's interviews were often insightful and entertaining, and he helped to shape the way that we think about celebrities and public figures.
King retired from "Larry King Live" in 2010, but he continued to host occasional specials and interviews. He also wrote several books, including "My Remarkable Journey" and "Larry King: The Interviews." King was a beloved figure in the world of broadcasting, and he will be remembered for his groundbreaking interviews and his unique ability to connect with his guests.
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