Hugh Downs, Date of Birth, Place of Birth

Hugh Downs

American broadcaster

Date of Birth: 14-Feb-1921

Place of Birth: Akron, Ohio, United States

Profession: actor, composer, journalist, film producer

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Aquarius

Hugh Malcolm Downs (born February 14, 1921) is a retired American broadcaster, television host, news anchor, TV producer, author, game show host, and music composer.
He is perhaps best known for his roles as co-host of the NBC News program Today from 1962–71, host of the Concentration game show from 1958–69, and anchor of the ABC News magazine 20/20 from 1978–99.
He also served as announcer/sidekick for Tonight Starring Jack Paar, host of the PBS talk show Over Easy, and co-host of the syndicated talk show Not for Women Only.