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Pierre Francis de Marigny Berton (July 12, 1920 – November 30, 2004) was a Canadian writer, journalist and broadcaster. Berton wrote 50 best-selling books, mainly about Canadiana, Canadian history and popular culture. He also wrote critiques of mainstream religion, anthologies, children's books and historical works for youth. He was a reporter and war correspondent, an editor at Maclean's Magazine and The Toronto Star and, for 39 years, a guest on the TV series Front Page Challenge. Hosting "The Pierre Berton Show" from 1962-1973, he showcased his talents as a broadcaster.
His debut novel "Klondike" (1958), delved into the gold rush, drawing from his father's experiences. Known for narrating Canadian history, Berton's works balance the nation's triumphs and darker aspects, earning him prestigious awards like the Stephen Leacock Medal and multiple Governor General's Awards. He was a founder of the Writers' Trust of Canada, and won many honours and awards
His legacy endures through the Pierre Berton Award, honouring exceptional presentations of Canadian history.
Filmography
all 27
Movies 18
self 13
TV Shows 9
Writer 6
Narrator 4
Voice 1
I Am Bruce Lee (2012)
The Secret World of Og (2006)
Niagara: A History of the Falls (1999)
Bruce Lee: In His Own Words (1998)
Love Circles (1985)
Raoul Wallenberg: Buried Alive (1983)
Weekend Special (1977)
The Hecklers (1975)
Bruce Lee: The Lost Interview (1971)
Ladies and Gentlemen, Mr. Leonard Cohen (1966)
The Pierre Berton Show (1962)
Klondike (1960)
Trans Canada Summer (1958)
City of Gold (1957)
Zaza (1956)
Folio (1955)
Because They Were Different
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GenderMale
Birthday1920-07-12
Deathday2004-11-30 (84 years old)
Birth PlaceWhitehorse, Canada
CitizenshipsCanada
Awardshonorary doctorate from Dalhousie University, honorary doctorate from McMaster University, Responsibility in Journalism Award, Companion of the Order of Canada, Stephen Leacock Memorial Medal for Humour, Governor General's Award for English-language non-fiction, Queen Elizabeth II Golden Jubilee Medal, honorary doctorate from the University of Windsor, honorary doctorate from the University of British Columbia, honorary doctorate from the University of Waterloo, Canada's Walk of Fame, Order of Ontario, Governor General's Awards
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