Former CNN Anchor Aaron Brown Dies at 76; Renowned for 9/11 Coverage

Aaron Brown joined CNN in June 2001, where his first day on air coincided with the tragic events of September 11.

Aaron Brown
News anchor Aaron Brown passes away.

Aaron Brown, a distinguished American broadcast journalist renowned for his coverage of the September 11 attacks, passed away at the age of 76.

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About Aaron Brown

Brown’s journalism career spanned several decades, beginning in local news and progressing to national prominence. He was the founding host of ABC’s “World News Now” and served as the weekend anchor of “World News Tonight.”

In June 2001, he joined CNN, where his first day on air coincided with the tragic events of September 11. His calm and authoritative reporting during the attacks earned him widespread acclaim and the Edward R. Murrow Award.

Throughout his career, Brown was known for his eloquence and unique talent in delivering news. His contributions to journalism extended beyond anchoring; he was also a professor at the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication at Arizona State University from 2007 to 2014, shaping future generations of journalists.

In response to his passing, tributes have poured in from colleagues and admirers. CNN host Anderson Cooper remarked on Brown’s distinctive talent and his beautiful way with words.

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Aaron Brown is survived by his wife, Charlotte Raynor, whom he married in 1982, and their daughter, Gabby.

His legacy in journalism, marked by integrity and dedication to factual reporting, continues to inspire both audiences and professionals in the field.

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