Lou Dobbs, Conservative TV Host and Commentator, Dies at 79
Lou Dobbs, a controversial conservative television host and commentator, died on Thursday at the age of 79.
At the time of his death, Dobbs was married to Debi Segura, a former CNN sports anchor.
Dobbs was born on September 24, 1945, in Childress, Texas, the son of Frank, a farmer, and Pauline Dobbs. He graduated from the University of Texas at Austin in 1967 with a degree in journalism.
Dobbs began his career in journalism as a reporter for the El Paso Herald-Post. He later worked as a news anchor for CNN and Fox News. In 2013, he launched his own podcast, The Great America Show. He also hosted a show on local radio station WABC in New York City.
Dobbs was a vocal supporter of President Donald Trump and often used his shows to promote Trump's policies. He was also a critic of immigration and globalization.
Dobbs' death was met with mixed reactions. Some praised him for his conservative views, while others criticized him for his inflammatory rhetoric. Despite his controversial nature, Dobbs was a significant figure in conservative media.
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