Kate Lear is a TV producer, and wife of renowned medical journalist Jonathan Lapook.
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Jonathan and Kate have two sons together.
Kate is the daughter of famous TV producer Norman Lear.
She is known for the TV shows What the Constitution Means to Me (2020), Norman Lear: Just Another Version of You (2016) and CBS News Sunday Morning (1979).
About Jonathan Lapook
Jonathan LaPook, an esteemed American physician certified in internal medicine and gastroenterology, has become a notable figure in the field of medical journalism.
Currently holding the role of Chief Medical Correspondent for CBS News, LaPook seamlessly integrates his medical expertise with media, offering insightful perspectives on various health and medical topics.
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In 2013, he assumed the Mebane Professorship of Gastroenterology, and concurrently, he serves as a Professor of Medicine at NYU Langone Medical Center.
Based in bustling New York City, LaPook’s active medical practice reflects his commitment to bridging the gap between clinical knowledge and public understanding.
His journey with CBS News began in 2006, marking a crucial intersection of medicine and media.
Over the years, he has conducted interviews with a diverse array of individuals, including patients, healthcare providers, researchers, thought leaders, and even government officials, notably interviewing President Obama twice.
In terms of recognition, LaPook boasts an impressive collection of awards, including five Emmy Awards, a Drama Desk Award, a Gracie Award, a George Foster Peabody Award, two Edward R. Murrow Awards, a New York Press Club Award, and a Webby Award.
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