Clifton Fadiman
Clifton Paul "Kip" Fadiman was an American intellectual, author, editor, and radio and television personality. He began his work in radio, and switched to television later in his career.
Career Journey
Background
- Born in
- Brooklyn
- Educated at
- Columbia University
- Awards
- 🏆 National Book Award🏆 star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
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Timeline
1904
Born
Birth1999
Died
Death
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