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My Take
I hold Russell Harty in real regard as one of the architects of British chat-show culture. A working-class kid from Blackburn who studied at Exeter College, he made his name hosting arts programmes and talk shows with a blend of intellect and gentle mischief. Losing him at just 58 in 1988 was a genuine loss. His knack for drawing out guests through well-judged timing represents a kind of pinnacle of the form. Trace today's talk shows back far enough and you arrive at pioneers like him. I have deep affection for that craftsman's approach to broadcasting.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Russell Harty
- Name (Japanese)
- ラッセル・ハーティ
- Reading
- らっせる・はーてぃ
- Born
- September 5, 1934 – June 8, 1988
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Virgo / Dog
- Origin
- Blackburn, United Kingdom
- Blood type
- Private
- Height
- Private
- Agency
- Private
- Occupation
- television presenter
2. Background
- Elementary school
- Private
- Junior high
- Private
- High school
- Private
- University
- Exeter College
3. Relationships
- Spouse
- Private
- Children
- Private
- Parents
- Private
- Siblings
- Private
4. Personality
Motto
Private
6. Links
- Wikipedia (Japanese)https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Russell%20Harty
Frequently asked questions
When was Russell Harty born?
September 5, 1934 – June 8, 1988.
Where is Russell Harty from?
Russell Harty is from Blackburn, United Kingdom.
What does Russell Harty do?
Russell Harty works as television presenter.
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7. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-21
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public items are marked "Private / Unknown". English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.