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Birthday:
July 13, 1913
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Dave Garroway
Biography
David Cunningham Garroway (July 13, 1913 – July 21, 1982) was an American television personality. He was the founding host and anchor of NBC's Today from 1952 to 1961. His easygoing and relaxing style belied a lifelong battle with depression. Garroway has been honored for his contributions to radio and television with a star for each on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and the St. Louis Walk of Fame, the city where he spent part of his teenaged years and early adulthood.
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Known For
Filmography
| Year | Movie | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Jim Henson Idea Man | Self (archive footage) |
| 1979 | Jack Frost | Groundhog Day Television Reporter (voice) |
| 1968 | The Movie Orgy | Self (archive footage) |
| 1959 | It Happened to Jane | Dave Garroway |
| 1958 | The Western: A Lost TV Special | Host |
| 1955 | Babes in Toyland | Santa Claus |
| 1954 | Babes in Toyland | Santa Claus |
| 1948 | I Surrender Dear | Disc Jockey |
| Year | TV Show | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1971 | Alias Smith and Jones | |
| 1971 | The CBS Newcomers | |
| 1968 | The Dick Cavett Show | Self - Guest |
| 1962 | The Merv Griffin Show | Self |
| 1962 | The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson | Self |
| 1955 | Wide Wide World | Self - Host |
| 1950 | The Colgate Comedy Hour | Self |
| 1950 | Your Show of Shows | |
| 1950 | What's My Line? | Self |
| 1949 | The Emmy Awards | Self |
| 1948 | Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade |