David Frost
Sir David Paradine Frost was an English television host, journalist, comedian and writer. He rose to prominence during the satire boom in the United Kingdom when he was chosen to host the satirical programme That Was the Week That Was in 1962. His success on this show led to work as a host on American television.
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Background
- Born in
- Tenterden
- Educated at
- University of CambridgeGonville and Caius CollegeHoward SchoolSt Hugh's School, Woodhall Spa
- Awards
- 🏆 BAFTA Fellowship🏆 Steiger Award🏆 Knight Bachelor🏆 Primetime Emmy Award
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1939
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Birth2013
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