Barbara Walters had a trailblazing, decades-long broadcast journalism career that was most defined by the interviews she did with newsmakers and celebrities alike. Over her 50-year television career, ...

Barbara Walters built her reputation by posing bold, often deeply personal questions to the world’s most prominent figures. Known for pushing boundaries, her style often drew both admiration and ...

This article is part of The Poynter 50, a series reflecting on 50 moments and people that shaped journalism over the past half-century — and continue to influence its future. As Poynter celebrates its ...