BELVA DAVIS, A JOURNALIST WHO ‘OPENED DOORS FOR A GENERATION’, DIES AGED 92
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✍️ Belva Davis, a pioneering journalist, has passed away at the age of 92. She was the first Black woman hired as a television reporter on the west coast and made significant contributions to journalism, breaking down barriers for Black and women journalists.
👉 Belva Davis was the first Black woman hired as a television reporter on the west coast 👉 She spent over 50 years in journalism, covering significant events and interviewing iconic figures 👉 Davis broke down barriers for Black and women journalists, paving the way for future generations 👉 She was a trusted figure in the Bay Area, hosting KQED Newsroom and This Week in Northern California 👉 Davis was a mentor and inspiration to many journalists, including Carla Marinucci and Scott Shafer
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