Childhood and Education Journey of Lawrence O'Donnell in Timeline

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Lawrence O'Donnell. A timeline of key moments.

Lawrence O'Donnell Jr. is an American television anchor known for hosting "The Last Word with Lawrence O'Donnell" on MSNBC. Beyond his role as a news program host, he is a liberal political commentator, author, screenwriter, and actor. He is noted for his liberal political commentary and activism through his show.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

November 7, 1951: Lawrence O'Donnell Born

On November 7, 1951, Lawrence Francis O'Donnell Jr. was born. He is known as an American television anchor, actor, author, screenwriter, liberal political commentator, and host of The Last Word with Lawrence O'Donnell.

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1968: 'Playing with Fire: The 1968 Election and the Transformation of American Politics'

The 1968 election is the focus of O'Donnell's book 'Playing with Fire: The 1968 Election and the Transformation of American Politics', published in 2017.

1970: Graduation from St. Sebastian's School

In 1970, Lawrence O'Donnell graduated from St. Sebastian's School, where he captained the baseball team and played wide receiver on the football team.

1976: Graduates from Harvard College

In 1976, Lawrence O'Donnell graduated from Harvard College with a degree in economics. During his time at Harvard, he also wrote for the Harvard Lampoon.

February 14, 1994: Marriage to Kathryn Harrold

On February 14, 1994, Lawrence O'Donnell married Kathryn Harrold.

2001: Honorary Degree from Suffolk University

In 2001, Lawrence O'Donnell was awarded the honorary degree of Doctor of Humane Letters (DHL) by Suffolk University.

2005: Calls Himself a Socialist

In 2005, Lawrence O'Donnell called himself a "practical European socialist".

November 6, 2010: Declares Himself a Socialist on Morning Joe

On November 6, 2010, Lawrence O'Donnell declared himself a 'socialist' on the Morning Joe show, distinguishing himself from liberals and progressives.

2010: Trip to Malawi and K.I.N.D. Fund Launch

In 2010, Lawrence O'Donnell visited Malawi to provide schoolroom desks for female children, leading to the partnership between MSNBC and UNICEF to create the K.I.N.D. Fund.