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Mary Helen McPhillips

1931 – 1998

American journalist

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Lived 1931 – 1998 (aged 67). Mary Helen McPhillips was an American and Canadian television presenter.

Mary Helen McPhillips (1931–1998), was a noted television personality.

TV and radio career McPhillips worked for CBC and CHUM radio in Canada. She moved to New York to work for WOR-TV and radio. She spent 20 years at the company. She appeared on Straight Talk as a public-affairs host in the 1970s and 1980s, The Martha Deane program, News at Noon as news anchor in the 1960s. She also appeared on the Mutual Broadcasting Network and on The John Gambling morning radio program.

Death She died from heart failure on December 16, 1998, aged 67 in New York.

Nominations nominated for 1973-1974 NEW YORK area award

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Mary Helen McPhillips?

American journalist (1931-1998)

When was Mary Helen McPhillips born?

Mary Helen McPhillips was born on 20 September 1931.

When did Mary Helen McPhillips die?

Mary Helen McPhillips died on 16 December 1998 in New York City.

What was Mary Helen McPhillips's occupation?

Mary Helen McPhillips was a television presenter.

What nationality was Mary Helen McPhillips?

Mary Helen McPhillips was American and Canadian.

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· Wikipedia: Mary Helen McPhillips

· Wikidata: Q6779751

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