Larry King
Larry King, original name Lawrence Harvey Zeiger, was an American talk-show host known for his easygoing interviewing style on Larry King Live, one of CNN's longest-running and most popular programs.
Lawrence Harvey Ziegler
TV Show Host
November 19, 1933
Scorpio
January 23, 2021
87
Brooklyn, New York
Larry King, originally named Lawrence Harvey Zeiger, was a renowned American talk-show host and radio personality. He rose to global prominence as the host of “Larry King Live” on CNN, which aired from 1985 to 2010, becoming one of the network’s most enduring and well-liked shows. King’s relaxed interview approach and engaging conversation contributed to his widespread recognition. Besides his flagship show, he hosted “Larry King Now” on Ora TV and made cameo appearances in numerous films and television series. A passionate advocate for animal rights, King received PETA’s Humanitarian Award in 1999. He passed away on January 23, 2021, in Los Angeles, California, at 87 years old.