Career Timeline of Lawrence O'Donnell: Major Achievements and Milestones
How Lawrence O'Donnell built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
Lawrence O'Donnell is an American television anchor, actor, author, screenwriter, and liberal political commentator. He is best known as the host of "The Last Word with Lawrence O'Donnell," a weeknight opinion and news program on MSNBC. O'Donnell's work is characterized by his left-leaning political views and commentary on current events.
1977: Started working as writer
In 1977, Lawrence O'Donnell began his career as a writer.
1983: Published Deadly Force
In 1983, Lawrence O'Donnell published his book, "Deadly Force", which was about a wrongful death and police brutality case where his father served as the plaintiff's lawyer.
1986: A Case of Deadly Force Film Adaptation
In 1986, O'Donnell's book "Deadly Force" was adapted into the film "A Case of Deadly Force". O'Donnell served as associate producer for the film.
1988: Ended working as a writer
In 1988, Lawrence O'Donnell concluded his time working as a writer.
1989: Joined Senator Moynihan's Staff
In 1989, Lawrence O'Donnell became a legislative aide to Senator Daniel Patrick Moynihan, serving as senior adviser.
1989: Began Political Career
In 1989, Lawrence O'Donnell began his political career as an aide to U.S. Senator Daniel Patrick Moynihan, eventually becoming staff director for the Senate Finance Committee.
1991: Served as Senior Advisor to Moynihan
In 1991, Lawrence O'Donnell served as a senior advisor to Moynihan.
1992: Staff Director for Environment and Public Works
From 1992 to 1993, Lawrence O'Donnell was the staff director for Environment and Public Works.
1993: Staff Director for Senate Finance
From 1993 to 1995, Lawrence O'Donnell served as staff director for the Senate Finance committee.
1995: Left Senator Moynihan's Staff
In 1995, Lawrence O'Donnell concluded his time as a legislative aide to Senator Daniel Patrick Moynihan, having served as staff director of two senate committees.
1999: Associated with The West Wing
In 1999, Lawrence O'Donnell became associated with the television drama "The West Wing" as a writer and executive story editor.
2000: Co-producer for The West Wing
In 2000, Lawrence O'Donnell was a co-producer for five episodes of "The West Wing".
2001: Won Emmy Award for The West Wing
In 2001, Lawrence O'Donnell won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Drama Series for "The West Wing".
2002: Supervising Producer for First Monday
In 2002, Lawrence O'Donnell worked as a supervising producer and writer for the television drama "First Monday".
2003: Consulting Producer for The West Wing
From 2003 to 2005, Lawrence O'Donnell was a consulting producer for "The West Wing".
2003: Creator, Executive Producer, and Writer for Mister Sterling
In 2003, Lawrence O'Donnell created, executive produced, and wrote for the television drama "Mister Sterling".
2005: Executive Producer for The West Wing
From 2005 to 2006, Lawrence O'Donnell was an executive producer for "The West Wing".
2006: Left The West Wing
In 2006, Lawrence O'Donnell concluded his involvement with the television drama "The West Wing", having served in various roles including writer and executive producer.
2009: Regular Contributor on Morning Joe
In 2009, Lawrence O'Donnell became a regular contributor on "Morning Joe" with Joe Scarborough.
September 27, 2010: Hosted The Last Word with Lawrence O'Donnell
On September 27, 2010, Lawrence O'Donnell began hosting "The Last Word with Lawrence O'Donnell" on MSNBC.
2010: Substitute Host of Countdown with Keith Olbermann
In 2010, Lawrence O'Donnell frequently appeared as a substitute host on "Countdown with Keith Olbermann".
January 21, 2011: Took Over 8 p.m. Slot
On January 21, 2011, Lawrence O'Donnell took over the 8 p.m. slot on MSNBC after Keith Olbermann's show was terminated.
October 24, 2011: Returned to 10 p.m. Eastern Slot
On October 24, 2011, "The Last Word with Lawrence O'Donnell" switched time slots with "The Ed Show", returning to the 10 p.m. Eastern slot.
2023: K.I.N.D. Fund Raised $40 Million
As of 2023, the K.I.N.D. Fund had raised $40 million for desks and scholarships, supporting the education of Malawian schoolgirls.
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