John Humphrys
John Humphrys: A Life of Journalism and Passion
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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John Peter Humphrys is a British journalist, author, and broadcaster, commonly known for his work as a presenter on the BBC's flagship radio program _Today_.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born on December 17, 1943, in Coventry, England, John Humphrys is still active in journalism today. His exact date of death is not available as he is still alive.
Nationality and Profession(s)
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Humphrys holds British nationality and has had a distinguished career in journalism spanning over five decades. He is a renowned broadcaster, author, and presenter, known for his engaging style and incisive reporting.
Early Life and Background
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Growing up in Coventry during the war years, Humphrys developed an interest in history and current events from an early age. He was educated at Coventry Grammar School and later attended Wadham College, Oxford University, where he studied English Language and Literature. After completing his education, Humphrys began his career in journalism, working as a trainee reporter for the _Coventry Evening Telegraph_.
Major Accomplishments
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Humphrys' illustrious career is marked by numerous accolades and achievements:
BBC Career: He joined the BBC in 1967 and went on to present several high-profile programs, including _Today_, _The Daily Politics_, and _Mastermind_. His work has earned him a reputation as one of the most respected voices in British journalism.
Awards and Honors: Humphrys has received several awards for his reporting, including the BAFTA TV Award for Best News Coverage. He was also appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in 1995 for his services to broadcasting.
Author and Commentator: In addition to his work as a presenter, Humphrys is a prolific author and commentator. His books on politics and social issues have been widely read and admired.Notable Works or Actions
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Some of Humphrys' most notable works include:
_The Burden of Guilt_ (1987): A book that examines the legacy of World War II on British society.
_More Unspeakable Truths_ (2004): A collection of essays and commentary on contemporary issues.Impact and Legacy
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Humphrys' impact on British journalism is immeasurable. As a presenter, author, and commentator, he has shaped public discourse on some of the most pressing issues of our time. His commitment to in-depth reporting and his ability to engage audiences have made him a household name.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Humphrys is widely quoted and remembered for his:
Unflinching Journalism: His dedication to uncovering the truth, even when it's uncomfortable, has earned him a reputation as one of the most respected voices in British journalism.
Engaging Style: Humphrys' ability to present complex information in an accessible way has made him a favorite among audiences and a respected figure in the industry.
Commitment to Social Issues: Throughout his career, Humphrys has used his platform to raise awareness about social justice, human rights, and other pressing issues.
Quotes by John Humphrys
If the semicolon is one of the neglected children in the family of punctuation marks these days, told to stay in its room and entertain itself, because mummy and daddy are busy, the apostrophe is the abused victim.
It is the relentless onward march of the texters, the SMS (Short Message Service) vandals who are doing to our language what Genghis Khan did to his neighbours 800 years ago. They are destroying it: pillaging our punctuation; savaging our sentences; raping our vocabulary. And they must be stopped.
The BBC has tended over the years to be broadly liberal as opposed to broadly conservative for all sorts of perfectly understandable reasons. The sort of people we've recruited - the best and the brightest - tended to come from universities and backgrounds where they're more likely to hold broadly liberal views than conservative.
It is largely on television and radio that real probing of what politicians are up to has to happen.
![It is no good saying we [journalists] must report only what is true because what is true cannot always be proven.](/_vercel/image?url=https:%2F%2Flakl0ama8n6qbptj.public.blob.vercel-storage.com%2Fquotes%2Fquote-1654219.png&w=1536&q=100)
It is no good saying we [journalists] must report only what is true because what is true cannot always be proven.
The good television of today is probably better than the best television of the old days. The bad television of today is worse. It is not only bad, it is damaging, meretricious, seedy and cynical.
I suggested it was a bit mean not to invite Fidel Castro to the Palace because he's 80 as well and she didn't seem to think it was a very good idea.
In fact nobody has ever complained about the sorts of things I say because it is done with affection and is obviously light-hearted,
Anywhere with a decent stand of trees can be great, and we still actually have open fields in Northwest Arkansas, so you have a good assortment of habitat, which means a good assortment of birds.
