Jim Lehrer

Acting

May 19, 1934— January 23, 2020 (age 85)

Wichita, Kansas, USA

Also Known As

James Charles Lehrer, James Lehrer

Biography

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia James Charles Lehrer (May 19, 1934 – January 23, 2020) was an American journalist, novelist, screenwriter and playwright. Lehrer was the executive editor and a news anchor for the PBS NewsHour on PBS, known for his role as a debate moderator during U.S. presidential election campaigns. He authored numerous fiction and non-fiction books that drew upon his experience as a newsman, along with his interests in history and politics.