Cronkite, authoritative anchor called ‘most trusted man in America,’ remembered as ‘an icon’

NEW YORK — The death of Walter Cronkite elicited tributes from colleagues, presidents past and present, world-famous astronauts and those who hoped in vain to fill his empty anchor chair, all honoring the avuncular face of TV journalism who became the “most trusted man in America.”

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  • intellibitz Betsy Cronkite was Walter Cronkites wife for nearly 65 years until her death in 2005. Cronkite credited her humor and support for the lo..
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  • marshacollier RT @LindaSherman Walter Cronkite asked "Who is the most important person you have met in ur life" "My wife Betsy" Balance in a great man.
  • itsdifferent4girls Walter Cronkite asked "Who is the most important person you have met in your life" "My wife Betsy" Balance in a great man. Dead at 92.
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