Mac McGarry
American television host (1926–2013) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Maurice James "Mac" McGarry (June 15, 1926 – December 12, 2013) was the longtime host of the television quiz show It's Academic, which airs in Washington, D.C., on NBC-owned WRC-TV. He hosted the show for five decades, from October 7, 1961, when it first aired, until June 25, 2011.
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Born | Maurice James McGarry (1926-06-15)June 15, 1926 |
Died | December 12, 2013(2013-12-12) (aged 87) |
Education | Regis High School |
Alma mater | Fordham University |
Occupation | Television presenter |
Years active | 1950–2011 |
Known for | Hosting It's Academic |
Spouse | Married |
Children | Four children |
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