Cronkite Walter Vedic birth chart profile
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Cronkite Walter

★ November 4, 1916 · Saint Joseph, Missouri
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Moon Sign
Aquarius
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Sun Sign
Libra
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Ascendant
Libra
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Nakshatra
Shatabhisha
Birth Star
Current Dasha · Mars / Mercury / Moon · Sep 2026 – Oct 2026
Public SpeakerSame Job more than 10 yrsLeadership RolesWife Passed AwayDestiny Number 6Soul Number 6Personality Number 2Master Number 11
Biography

Who is Cronkite Walter?

American broadcaster, one of the most respected and reliable newscasters of the era who preceded over CBS coverage of the Presidential nominating conventions from 1952. He was CBS evening news anchor for more than 20 years, a beloved and trusted fixture in American living rooms through the 60s and 70s. Born and raised in the heartland, he had a cheery optimism that mirrored the everyday man, "work hard, play fair, believe in God and country and all will be right with the world." His resonant voice, deep and rich, rumbled forth with a sense of momentousness. He is remembered for his departing catchphrase, "And thats the way it is," followed by the date of the broadcast. In 1981 he signed off as the CBS Evening News anchor when Dan Rather took over, and left the board of CBS a decade later after an acrimonious dispute. He remained active on the lecture circuit, often in connection with special interests in ecology and wildlife. Cronkites autobiography was published in 1996 "A Reporters Life." He had a knee replaced that year and in March 1997, he had quadruple bypass surgery. He and his wife Betsy had three adult kids, Nancy, Kathy and Walter III. Betsy, his wife since 1940 died at age 89 on 15 March 2005 in the couples Manhattan apartment. Cronkite died at age 92 on 17 July 2009 at 7:42 PM EDT in New York City. Link to Wikipedia biography
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Cronkite Walter (Walter Cronkite) – Public Profile

Born November 4, 1916 in Saint Joseph, Missouri, United States. Died July 17, 2009 in New York City, New York, United States.

Overview

  • American broadcast journalist and narrator, best known as a longtime CBS News anchor.
  • Led CBS Evening News from 1962 to 1981 and became widely regarded as “the most trusted man in America.”
  • Renowned for calm, authoritative delivery during major events such as the JFK assassination, the Apollo Moon landing, and the Vietnam era.

Career Highlights

  • Signature program: CBS Evening News (anchor duties throughout the 1960s–early 1980s).
  • Iconic sign-off: “And that’s the way it is.”
  • Notable coverage: landmark historical moments and major public affairs during a transforming period of American broadcasting.
  • Author of A Reporter's Life (1999), a memoir of his journalism career.

Awards and Legacy

  • Recipient of multiple Emmy and Peabody Awards for journalism and broadcasting excellence.
  • Honorary and public honors reflecting his influence on broadcast news and media ethics.
  • Legacy institutions include the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication at Arizona State University, named in his honor, which continues to train new generations of journalists.

Public Perception and Influence

Known for a steady, trustworthy presence, Cronkite helped shape the role of the television news anchor in the United States. His reporting style and editorial voice influenced public expectations of broadcast journalism for decades.

News and Public Reception (historical)

  • Upon his passing in 2009, major news outlets published obituaries and retrospectives highlighting his influence on American journalism.
  • Posthumous honors and archival releases continue to surface in documentaries and educational programs that examine the history of broadcast news.

Public Presence and Social Media

There are no official Walter Cronkite social media profiles. As a historic figure whose career peaked in the mid-20th century, any current social media accounts are not maintained by Cronkite or his estate. There exist fan pages and archival channels run by third parties; verify authenticity before engaging.

Recent Projects

There are no new projects by Walter Cronkite since his death in 2009. His legacy endures through archival footage, documentaries, and educational programs, notably the work of the Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication at Arizona State University and various retrospective broadcasts and publications.

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Which dasha is Cronkite Walter running now?

VIMSHOTTARI

Cronkite Walter is currently in the Mars mahadasha, running from Sep 4, 2026 to Oct 4, 2026.

PREVIOUSAug 16, 2026 - Sep 4, 2026
Mars / Mercury / Sun
NOWSep 4, 2026 - Oct 4, 2026
Mars / Mercury / Moon
NEXTOct 4, 2026 - Oct 25, 2026
Mars / Mercury / Mars
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What do Cronkite Walter's numerology numbers say?

Cronkite Walter's core numbers are Destiny 6, Soul Urge 6, Personality 2, Karmic Debt 11.

◎Destiny
6

Chaldean Destiny 6 indicates service and harmony as your expression. It supports counseling, teaching, design, healing, and community responsibility.

❖Soul Urge
6

Chaldean Soul 6 desires love, belonging, and responsibility. It seeks harmony at home and fulfillment through care and service.

◇Personality
2

Chaldean Personality 2 appears gentle, diplomatic, and cooperative. Others often see empathy, tact, and calm support.

⚖Karmic Debt
11

Master Number 11 in Chaldean numerology amplifies intuition and inspired vision. It is powerful when grounded, disciplined, and emotionally balanced.

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Life Events & Planetary Transits

Key events mapped against the active Dasha and planetary transits at the time.

1940
Relationship
Marriage 1940 (Mary Elizabeth "Betsy" Maxwell)
1952
Career
New Job 1952 (Started as a newscaster)
1996
Career
Published/ Exhibited/ Released 1996 (A Reporters Life)
1997
Health
Medical procedure March 1997 (By-pass surgery)
2005
Death
Death of Mate 15 March 2005
2009
Death
Death, Cause unspecified 17 July 2009 at 7:42 PM in New York, NY (Age 92)
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