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George McGovern (1922–2012)

George McGovern, one of the leading liberals in U.S. politics, was born in a Republican household in a small South Dakota town. His family had some struggles during the Great Depression, but they were able to make ends meet. The young, idealistic man joined the Air Force during World War II and became a bomber pilot... See full bio »

Born:

George Stanley McGovern
in Avon, South Dakota, USA

Died:

(age 90) in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, USA
Candice Bergen with Sen. George McGovern 9/27/1972
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2010 Hubert H Humphrey: The Art of the Possible (TV documentary) (special thanks)
 
2006 Buy the Ticket, Take the Ride: Hunter S. Thompson on Film (documentary) (special thanks)
 
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2012 AFI Life Achievement Award: A Tribute to Shirley MacLaine (TV movie)
Himself
 
2001-2012 Charlie Rose (TV series)
Himself - Guest
– Episode dated 5 January 2012 (2012) … Himself - Guest
– Episode dated 1 February 2001 (2001) … Himself - Guest
 
2011 Fulbright: The Man, the Mission, and the Message (documentary)
Himself
 
2010 Hubert H Humphrey: The Art of the Possible (TV documentary)
Himself - Former U.S. Senator from South Dakota (also archive footage) (as George McGovern Senator)
 
2009 The Lost Son of Havana (documentary)
Himself
 
2008 Democracy Now! (TV series)
Himself
– Episode dated 11 March 2008 (2008) … Himself
 
2008 The Colbert Report (TV series)
Himself
– George McGovern (2008) … Himself
 
2008 Gonzo: The Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson (documentary)
Himself (also archive footage)
 
2006 Buy the Ticket, Take the Ride: Hunter S. Thompson on Film (documentary)
Himself
 
2006 The U.S. vs. John Lennon (documentary)
Himself (also archive footage)
 
2006 Road to Hunter (documentary short)
Himself
 
2005 One Bright Shining Moment (documentary)
Himself
 
2004 Rush to War (documentary)
Himself
 
2003 Breakfast with Hunter (documentary)
Himself (as Senator George McGovern)
 
2000 Biography (TV series documentary)
Himself
– Shirley MacLaine: This Time Around (2000) … Himself (also archive footage)
 
1998 Robert F. Kennedy: A Memoir (TV documentary)
Himself
 
1997 Anthem (documentary)
Himself
 
1990 Newhart (TV series)
Himself
– Child in Charge (1990) … Himself
 
1984 Saturday Night Live (TV series)
Himself - Host / Various
– George McGovern/Madness (1984) … Himself - Host/Various
 
1984 Samantha Smith Goes to Washington: Campaign '84 (TV movie)
Himself
 
1978 Good Morning America (TV series)
Himself
– Episode dated 25 July 1978 (1978) … Himself
 
1973 Today (TV series)
Himself
– Episode dated 12 March 1973 (1973) … Himself
 
1972 The Candidate
Himself (as Senator George McGovern)
 
1969-1971 The David Frost Show (TV series)
Himself
– Episode #3.99 (1971) … Himself
– Episode #2.68 (1969) … Himself
 
1968 HHH: What Manner of Man (TV documentary)
Himself
 
Show ShowArchive Footage (9 titles)
2012 Democracy Now! (TV series)
 
2012 10 Things You Don't Know About (TV series)
 
2004 Hardball with Chris Matthews (TV series)
 
2004 Chisholm '72: Unbought & Unbossed (documentary)
Himself
 
2003 Get Up, Stand Up (TV series documentary)
 
1995 Nixon
Himself - Facing the Press (uncredited)
 
1995 The Speeches of Robert F. Kennedy (video)
Himself - Behind RFK
 
1992 The Wonder Years (TV series)
 
1979 The War at Home (documentary)
Himself - 1968 Democratic National Convention (uncredited)
 

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Saturday Night Live: Season 9: Episode 17 -- George McGovern is an archeologist with an unusual box. The Lost Son of Havana -- After 46 years in exile, former major league baseball star Luis Tiant returns to Cuba, where he encounters unexpected demons and receives unexpected gifts from his family. Saturday Night Live: Season 9: Episode 17 -- New Yorkers and famous pundits comment on George McGovern hosting next week's episode.
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Personal Details

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1 Print Biography  | 1 Interview  | 6 Articles  | 1 Magazine Cover Photo  | See more »

Alternate Names:

Senator George McGovern | George McGovern Senator

Height:

6' 1" (1.85 m)
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Personal Quote:

The trouble was, all people saw on television were a few of my outspoken supporters out front; and they came away thinking that was me. See more »

Trivia:

Democrat US Congressional representative from South Dakota, 3 January 1957-3 January 1961. See more »

Star Sign:

Cancer