Gene Shalit, longtime 'Today' show movie critic, dies at 100
Gene Shalit, the iconic 'Today' show film critic known for his distinctive appearance and puns, has passed away at age 100. He served as a major cultural figure in television journalism for four decades, influencing how movie reviews were presented to the American public.
Why it matters
Shalit was a pioneer in broadcast film criticism, helping to transition the medium from print-based reviews to television segments.
In this May 31, 2006 file photo, film critic Gene Shalit is seen during a toast with “Today” show cast and crew at the end of Katie Couric’s final show, in New York. (AP Photo/Richard Drew, File)
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