History of Maury Povich in Timeline

Maurice "Maury" Povich is an American former television personality, widely recognized for hosting the tabloid talk show *Maury* from 1991 to 2022. His career started in radio reporting before he transitioned to television, hosting the daytime talk show *Panorama* in Washington, D.C. Povich gained national prominence as the host of *A Current Affair* in the late 1980s. In 1991, he launched his own show, initially titled *The Maury Povich Show*, which was later rebranded as *Maury* in 1998. *Maury* became known for its sensational and often controversial topics, including paternity tests and relationship conflicts.

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January 17, 1939: Maury Povich's Birth

On January 17, 1939, Maurice Richard Povich was born. He later became a television personality, best known for hosting the tabloid talk show Maury.

1957: Graduation from Landon School

In 1957, Maury Povich graduated from the Landon School.

1962: Graduation from the University of Pennsylvania

In 1962, Maury Povich graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with a degree in television journalism.

1962: Marriage to Phyllis Minkoff

In 1962, Maury Povich married Phyllis Minkoff.

1966: Reporter and Sportscaster for WTTG

In 1966, Maury Povich became a news reporter and sportscaster for WTTG.

1967: Co-host of Panorama

In 1967, Maury Povich became the original co-host of WTTG's midday talk show, Panorama.

1976: Leaves Washington for New Opportunities

In late 1976, Maury Povich left Washington seeking to further his career.

January 1977: Joins WMAQ-TV

In January 1977, Maury Povich joined WMAQ-TV in Chicago as a co-anchor for evening newscasts.

1979: Divorce from Phyllis Minkoff

In 1979, Maury Povich divorced Phyllis Minkoff.

April 1980: Joins KYW-TV in Philadelphia

In April 1980, Maury Povich joined KYW-TV in Philadelphia as a news anchor and host of AM/PM.

February 1981: AM/PM Retitled People Are Talking

In February 1981, the midday talk show AM/PM, hosted by Maury Povich, was retitled People Are Talking.

June 1983: Returns to Washington and WTTG

In June 1983, Maury Povich returned to Washington, D.C., resuming his role as host of Panorama and anchoring The 10 O'Clock News for WTTG.

1984: Marriage to Connie Chung

In 1984, Maury Povich married news anchor Connie Chung.

July 1986: Hosts A Current Affair

In July 1986, Maury Povich began hosting A Current Affair on WNYW, a Fox-owned station.

1988: A Current Affair Enters National Syndication

In 1988, A Current Affair, hosted by Maury Povich, entered national syndication.

1990: Leaves A Current Affair

In 1990, Maury Povich ended his run as the host of A Current Affair.

September 1991: Begins Hosting The Maury Povich Show

In September 1991, Maury Povich began hosting The Maury Povich Show, which was nationally syndicated and distributed by Paramount Domestic Television in partnership with his production company MoPo Productions.