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.
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.
1991: The Maury Povich Show Debut
In 1991, Maury Povich co-produced and began hosting his own nationally syndicated show, The Maury Povich Show.
1995: Adopts Son, Matthew Jay Povich
In 1995, Connie Chung and Maury Povich adopted a son, Matthew Jay Povich.
1995: Honored by New York City Mayor
In 1995, Maury Povich was honored by New York City mayor Rudolph Giuliani for raising awareness of National Adoption Month.
1998: The Maury Povich Show Rebranded as Maury
In 1998, The Maury Povich Show was rebranded simply as Maury.
1998: Show Renamed Maury and Introduction of "Who's the Daddy?"
In 1998, The Maury Povich Show was renamed to Maury and began airing a segment called "Who's the Daddy?" featuring DNA tests to determine paternity.
1998: The Maury Povich Show Distributed by Studios USA
In 1998, distribution of The Maury Povich Show was taken over by Studios USA.
January 9, 2000: Hosts Revival of Twenty One
On January 9, 2000, Maury Povich hosted the short-lived primetime revival of the classic game show Twenty One on NBC.
2002: Mocked in South Park Episode
In 2002, Maury Povich was mocked in a South Park episode called "Freak Strike".
November 2005: MSNBC Announces New Program
In November 2005, MSNBC announced that Maury Povich would co-host a weekend news program with his wife, Connie Chung.
January 7, 2006: Weekends with Maury and Connie Debuts
On January 7, 2006, Weekends with Maury and Connie debuted on MSNBC.
June 17, 2006: Final Episode of Weekends with Maury and Connie
On June 17, 2006, the final episode of Weekends with Maury and Connie aired due to low ratings.
May 2007: Launches Flathead Beacon
In May 2007, Maury Povich launched the Flathead Beacon, a weekly print newspaper and online news source in Montana's Flathead County.
2015: Guest Appearance on The Jack and Triumph Show
In 2015, Maury Povich made a guest appearance on the Adult Swim show The Jack and Triumph Show.
2017: Becomes Investor in Chatter
In 2017, Maury Povich became an investor and part owner of the Washington, D.C. bar and restaurant Chatter.
March 2022: Announces Retirement and End of Talk Show
In March 2022, Maury Povich announced his retirement and the end of his talk show after 31 seasons.
2022: Maury Talk Show Ends
In 2022, Maury's talk show ended after running for 31 seasons.
2023: Guest appearance on The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder
In 2023, Maury Povich made a guest appearance on the Disney+ animated show The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder.
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