David Brinkley

David Brinkley Historical Figure Nationality: United States Year of Birth: 1920 Year of Death: 2003 Cause of Death: Complications from a fall Occupation: Broadcaster, Journalist, Author of Non-Fiction Spouse: Ann Fischer (divorced), Susan Adolph Children: Four Professional Affiliations: NBC, ABC Fictional Appearances: State of Jefferson POD: Pre-history; Relevant POD: 1919 Appearance(s): "Always Something New" Type of Appearance: Direct (via television)

David McClure Brinkley (July 10, 1920 – June 11, 2003) was an American newscaster for NBC and ABC in a career lasting from 1943 to 1997. From 1956 through 1970, he co-anchored NBC's top-rated nightly news program, The Huntley–Brinkley Report, with Chet Huntley.

David Brinkley in State of Jefferson

On November 4, 1980, David Brinkley covered President Jimmy Carter's concession speech at the White House. The state of Jefferson's three leading Democratic politicians, Governor Bill Williamson, Lt. Governor Al Rafferty, and State Attorney General Hyman Apfelbaum, were appalled by Carter's speech.