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Biography

1987–2012

Biography is a American series that premiered on CBS in 1987 and ran until 2012. Created by Agnes Nixon, CBS News.

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On air 1987–2012: 26 years

Key facts

Network
CBS
Format
Series
Premiere
April 1, 1987
Finale
2012
Years on air
26
Language
English

Credits

Created byAgnes NixonCBS News

Awards on record

  • Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Series
  • Producers Guild of America Award for Best Non-Fiction Television
  • Peabody Awards
  • Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Hosted Nonfiction Series or Special
  • Emmy Award