- Born
- Died
- Birth nameArnold Eric Sevareid
- Eric Sevareid was born on November 26, 1912 in Velva, North Dakota, USA. He was an actor and writer, known for The Right Stuff (1983), Taxi (1978) and World News Roundup (1957). He was married to Suzanne St. Pierre, Belén Marshall and Lois Finger. He died on July 9, 1992 in Washington, District of Columbia, USA.
- SpousesSuzanne St. Pierre(July 1979 - July 9, 1992) (his death)Belén Marshall(February 28, 1963 - 1974) (divorced, 1 child)Lois Finger(May 18, 1935 - 1962) (divorced, 2 children)
- Former newspaper and radio reporter, more famous as a news anchor for the CBS TV network.
- Started using Eric, his middle name, when he became one of Edward R. Murrow's "boys" as World War II neared and his broadcasting career began.
- Of Norwegian heritage, he preserved a strong bond with Norway throughout his entire life.
- Father of Michael Sevareid.
- Dealing with network executives is like being nibbled to death by ducks.
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