American journalist lived in London during WW2. His broadcasts made from London during the blitz helped rally American public opinion to Britain's aid. Born North Carolina into a Quaker family. His courageous opposition to the MacCarthy witch hunts is depicted in the 2005 film "Good night, and good luck". Died at home, Brooklyn, New York.
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Edward R. Murrow
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Edward Murrow
English Heritage Edward R. Murrow, 1908 - 1965, American broadcaster, lived ...
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Emma Thompson
Actor. Â Born Paddington. Â Her parents are the actors Eric Thompson and Scottish actor Phyllida Law. Â Married first Kenneth Branagh and then Greg Wise, both actors.
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Choice FM
Started broadcasting from studios in Trinity Gardens (where the plaque is) in 1990. Co-founded by Patrick Berry and Neil Kenlock, Choice was Britain’s first 24-hour black music radio station with ...
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Roy Castle OBE
All round entertainer. Born Yorkshire.  Died at home at Gerrards Cross of lung cancer, although he was not a smoker.  Before his death he campaigned for more research into cancer and the campaign c...
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Dame Judi Dench, CH
Actor. Born Judith Olivia Dench in Heworth, York. Made her stage debut with the Old Vic company in 1957. Over the decades, she has performed with the Royal Shakespeare and the National Theatre comp...
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Jon Pertwee
Actor.  Born 3 Sheffield Terrace, Kensington. Having served in the Royal Navy and the Naval Intelligence Division during WW2 he became widely known during his 18 years (1959–77) playing Chief Petty...
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