Mike Douglas on the assassination of President John F. Kennedy

The Interviews: An Oral History of Television

The Interviews: An Oral History of Television
North Hollywood, CA, United States

Talk show host Mike Douglas recalls the moment he learned that President John F. Kennedy had been shot, as he was filming his show (The Mike Douglas Show) live on-air, and how he responded:

"I couldn’t think of a thing to say. All I did was go with my instincts. And I said, 'Will everybody join me in a prayer.' And I blessed myself and said a prayer."

Watch Mike Douglas' full interview to hear about his long-running stint as host of The Mike Douglas Show.

TelevisionAcademy.com/Interviews

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The Interviews: An Oral History of Television

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