BARBARA WALTERS | 92

Barbara Walters doesn’t only make a name as a television personality but also as a broadcast journalist and an author. She became more known for hosting television programs, like The View, ABC Evening News, and 20/20. Walters started her career in the early 60s on The Today Show as a segment producer and writer of women’s interest stories. Her fame with viewers resulted in her receiving more airtime. In 1996, Walters was given the No. 34 ranks on the TV Guide 50 Greatest TV Stars of All Time’s list.

Although she is already 92 years old, Barbara is still one of the most inspirational women. She is the pioneer of female anchors, being the first woman co-anchor of the network evening news. She also gets credit for being the first woman to co-host NBC’s The Today Show, and many more. With everything that she attains, it is no surprise that she earns a Lifetime Achievement Award.