Childhood and Education Journey of David Frost in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 16, 2025

An overview of the childhood and early education of David Frost, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Sir David Paradine Frost was a prominent English television host, journalist, comedian, and writer. He gained fame in the 1960s hosting the satirical program *That Was the Week That Was*. Frost became renowned for his insightful television interviews with leading political figures. His most notable work included the 1977 interviews with former US President Richard Nixon, which were later adapted into a stage play and film. Over his career, Frost interviewed every British Prime Minister from 1964 to 2013, and all seven American Presidents in office from 1969 to 2008, solidifying his legacy as a significant figure in broadcast journalism.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

1900: Birth of Rev. Wilfred John Paradine Frost

Rev. Wilfred John Paradine Frost, David Frost's father, was born in 1900.

1903: Birth of Maude Evelyn

Maude Evelyn, David Frost's mother, was born in 1903.

April 1939: Birth of David Frost

David Paradine Frost was born in Tenterden, Kent, on April 7, 1939, to Rev. Wilfred John Paradine Frost and Maude Evelyn.

1958: Studying at Cambridge

In 1958, David Frost started studying at Gonville and Caius College, Cambridge.

November 1963: Tribute to John F. Kennedy on TW3

On November 23, 1963, a tribute to the assassinated President John F. Kennedy formed an entire edition of That Was the Week That Was.

1963: Visit to the U.S. and Peter Cook Saving Frost

During the summer of 1963, David Frost visited the U.S. and nearly drowned in a pool until he was saved by Peter Cook.

1967: Death of Rev. Wilfred John Paradine Frost

David Frost's father, Rev. Wilfred John Paradine Frost, died in 1967.

1970: Engagement to Diahann Carroll

In 1970, David Frost was engaged to American actress Diahann Carroll.

January 1972: Subject of This Is Your Life

In January 1972, David Frost was the subject of This Is Your Life when he was surprised by Eamonn Andrews at London's Quaglino's restaurant.

1972: Relationship with Caroline Cushing begins

In 1972, David Frost started a relationship with British socialite Caroline Cushing.

1972: Telephone Call with Henry Kissinger

In 1972, David Frost urged Henry Kissinger to call Bobby Fischer and encourage him to compete in that year's World Chess Championship and mentioned that he was working on a novel.