Linda Ellerbee Quotes

A collection of quotes by Linda Ellerbee.

Linda Ellerbee is an American journalist, television producer, and author, born on August 15, 1944, in Bryan, Texas. After graduating from Vanderbilt University with a degree in journalism, she started her career as a reporter for the Associated Press. Ellerbee later worked for NBC News and ABC News, hosting various programs and earning recognition for her sharp wit and engaging storytelling style.

In 1986, Ellerbee created and became the sole host of the groundbreaking news program “Nick News with Linda Ellerbee” on Nickelodeon. The show, aimed at children and teenagers, covered important social and political topics with an honest and thoughtful approach. For 25 years, Ellerbee became the face of the program, earning numerous awards for her commitment to educational broadcasting.

Throughout her career, Linda Ellerbee has consistently pushed boundaries in the world of television journalism. She has covered major international events such as the Vietnam War, the Watergate scandal, and the Gulf War, always aiming to provide viewers with well-researched facts and perspectives.

Besides her work in television, Ellerbee has authored several books, including "And So It Goes," a memoir that offers insight into her experiences as a female journalist in a male-dominated industry. Her impactful contributions to journalism have been recognized with prestigious awards such as Peabody Awards, Emmys, and the Edward R. Murrow Award.

Linda Ellerbee's unapologetic approach to reporting and dedication to enlightening young minds have made her a prominent figure in both adult and children's television programming.

Styles, like everything else, change. Style doesn't.

Styles, like everything else, change. Style doesn't.

Linda Ellerbee

Change

People are pretty much alike. It's only that our differences

People are pretty much alike. It's only that our differences are more susceptible to definition than our similarities.

Linda Ellerbee

Equality

If men can run the world, why can't they stop wearing neckti

If men can run the world, why can't they stop wearing neckties? How intelligent is it to start the day by tying a little noose around your neck?

Linda Ellerbee

Fashion

I think laughter may be a form of courage. As humans we some

I think laughter may be a form of courage. As humans we sometimes stand tall and look into the sun and laugh, and I think we are never more brave than when we do that.

Linda Ellerbee

Courage

If you believe in your heart that you are right, you must fi

If you believe in your heart that you are right, you must fight with all your might to do it your way. Only dead fish swim with the stream all the time.

Linda Ellerbee

Time