The journalism world misplaced a legend this week.
Barbara Walters handed away on the age of 93. According to TMZ, the trailblazing information anchor died at her house in New York City on Friday. Her rep Cindi Berger stated in a press release to People:
“Barbara Walters passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by loved ones. She lived a big life. She lived her life with no regrets. She was a trailblazer not only for female journalists, but for all women.”
Heartbreaking. Since the information of Barbara’s dying broke, many individuals took to social media to recollect her, together with a few of her former co-hosts from The View. Meghan McCain wrote:
“Barbara Walters will always be known as a trail blazer. Her hard hitting questions & welcoming demeanor made her a household name and leader in American journalism. Her creation of The View is something I will always be appreciative of. Rest in peace you will forever be an icon.”
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Debbie Matenopoulos shared a throwback image with Barbara on Instagram Stories, writing:
“You single handedly changed my life and the life of every other female journalist by leading the way for us all. May you rest in peace and in power and beauty you amazing woman!”
Lisa Ling then expressed:
“You paved the way for all of us, dear Barbara. What an honor it has been to know you and to have been the beneficiary of your titanic spirit and wisdom.”
Rosie O’Donnell shared a video on Instagram and recalled some fond recollections she had together with her former colleague, including:
“Although 93, who wouldn’t take that, what a long, eventful, and legendary life she had … May she rest in peace, and may everyone remember what barrier she broke down for women. She really did, she was the first, and will always be remembered.”
Meanwhile, Oprah Winfrey praised the newscaster for paving the best way for her and lots of different girls within the trade,
“Without Barbara Walters there wouldn’t have been me—nor any other woman you see on evening, morning, and daily news. She was indeed a Trailblazer. I did my very first television audition with her in mind the whole time. Grateful that she was such a powerful and gracious role model. Grateful to have known her. Grateful to have followed in her Light.”
Reese Witherspoon known as Barbara “a legend and a trailblazer” on Twitter, including:
“Barbara Walters always exuded intelligence and grace in every encounter. Her curiosity and kindness came through in every interview. Every time I was interviewed by her, I felt her genuine warmth. Sending so much love to her family and fans.”
What a legend and a trailblazer! Barbara Walters at all times exuded intelligence and charm in each encounter. Her curiosity and kindness got here via in each interview. Every time I used to be interviewed by her, I felt her real heat. Sending a lot like to her household and followers. pic.twitter.com/8QAFO86W1c
— Reese Witherspoon (@ReeseW) December 31, 2022
Without a doubt, Barbara has impacted so many individuals all through her lengthy and spectacular profession. We are preserving Barbara’s family members in our ideas throughout this troublesome time. Rest in peace. You can see some extra of the tributes to the long-lasting reporter (beneath):
She was a pioneering tv icon that shattered many glass ceilings as a girl within the trade, together with creating ‘The View’ in 1997 to champion girls’s voices. We’re proud to be a part of her legacy. She’ll be endlessly remembered and missed.
— The View (@TheView) December 31, 2022
Deb & I are so unhappy that Barbara Walters handed away. She was a path blazer, wickedly humorous, beneficiant, open hearted and a very good buddy. She additionally gave some
of probably the most memorable dinner events we’ve ever been to. Get prepared heaven, Barbara’s coming to spice issues up. @Deborra_lee pic.twitter.com/pQfLSG5m7a— Hugh Jackman (@ActualHughJackman) December 31, 2022
Rest In Peace, Barbara Walters. Thanks for serving to me discover my voice. pic.twitter.com/w6V5KhqMlC
— Alyssa Milano (@Alyssa_Milano) December 31, 2022
An unwavering journalist. A fearless trailblazer. A trustworthy buddy.
Rest in Peace, Barbara Walters
You’ll be missed by all. pic.twitter.com/a2Z3LKVvQo
— Melissa Rivers (@MelRivers) December 31, 2022
#BarbaraWalters was a trailblazer. She was a mentor to me in addition to a buddy. So many ladies broke into the information enterprise as a result of she did her job nicely.
— Maria Shriver (@mariashriver) December 31, 2022
The Legend. The Blueprint. The Greatest. Rest in Peace Barbara Walters pic.twitter.com/RODzfKMAxw
— Tamron Hall (@tamronhall) December 31, 2022
Rest in Peace treasured Peace Barbara Walters!! https://t.co/QQYSPorL3a
— sheryl lee ralph (@thesherylralph) December 31, 2022
Barbara Walters was a real trailblazer. Forever grateful for her stellar instance and for her friendship. Sending condolences to her daughter and household.???????? https://t.co/vKjvFJTU6u
— Robin Roberts (@RobinRoberts) December 31, 2022
I owe Barbara Walters greater than I may ever repay. Rest nicely sister…mom…buddy…colleague…mentor.
— Star Jones (@StarJonesEsq) December 31, 2022
Barbara Walters was an American establishment. As the primary feminine nationwide information anchor, she opened the door to infinite potentialities for therefore many ladies who needed to work in TV, myself included. Her impression can’t be overstated. I’ll miss you, Barbara. Thank you for the whole lot. pic.twitter.com/HokDilM6Rj
— Lynda Carter (@ActualLyndaCarter) December 31, 2022
Barbara Walters by no means flinched when questioning the world’s strongest folks. She held them accountable. She cared in regards to the reality and she or he made us care too. Fortunately, she impressed many different journalists to be simply as unrelenting. We are all higher off due to her.
— Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (@kaj33) December 31, 2022
So usually we toss across the phrases icon, legend, trailblazer – however Barbara Walters was all of those. And maybe, above all else, Barbara Walters was courageous. She paved the best way for therefore many – we realized from her – and stay in awe of her to at the present time. RIP, Barbara. pic.twitter.com/ovmtCebcGe
— David Muir (@DavidMuir) December 31, 2022
An wonderful girl. Amazing loss. Shattering the glass ceiling is a big understatement. She decimated it. Paved the best way for therefore many. I really feel very proud/humble to have recognized her & to have labored together with her. Condolences to her family members & your complete @TheView household. #RipBarbaraWalters https://t.co/oWfGnck8bW
— Rosie Perez (@rosieperezbklyn) December 31, 2022
#RIP Barbara Walters ???? You’ll be missed, really one in all a sort. ???? pic.twitter.com/F8v89w4QdB
— Carmen Electra (@carmenelectra) December 31, 2022
Waking up in London to the information of Barbara Walters’ passing. She challenged the highly effective and the well-known with out hesitation, and she or he nailed them with the reality like no different. A towering determine in our media, she might be missed.
Keep ‘em on their toes within the nice past, Barbara.
— George Takei (@GeorgeTakei) December 31, 2022
– obtained good grades,
didn’t do medication, by no means shoplifted and many others. with out lacking a beat barbara stated: monica, subsequent time shoplift.
(2/4)— Monica Lewinsky (she/her) (@MonicaLewinsky) December 31, 2022
“so tell me, monica, how do you feel …etc etc.” she was the very first particular person with whom i ever sat for a tv interview… and will definitely be my most memorable. barbara might be missed by many — together with me. sending like to jackie, george + her different mates.#RIPBarbara
— Monica Lewinsky (she/her) (@MonicaLewinsky) December 31, 2022
A real trailblazer and icon ! She lived a full life and leaves behind such a robust legacy. Rest in peace, Barbara Walters. pic.twitter.com/nn6c5JWd6h
— Jennifer Hudson (@IAMJHUD) December 31, 2022
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