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Russell Harty was born on September 5, 1934 in Blackburn, United Kingdom and was credited as a television presenter. Russell Harty died on June 8, 1988, aged 53. Education on record includes Exeter College.
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
- Occupation
- television presenter
2. Background
- University
- Exeter College
3. Links
- Wikipedia (English)https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Russell%20Harty
- Wikidatahttps://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q7381550
4. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-21
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.
Frequently asked questions
When was Russell Harty born?
Born September 5, 1934.
When did Russell Harty die?
Died June 8, 1988, aged 53.
Where was Russell Harty from?
Russell Harty was from Blackburn, United Kingdom.
What did Russell Harty do?
Russell Harty worked as television presenter.
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