A bold new documentary now streaming on Hulu is giving viewers an unprecedented look into the life and legacy of one of broadcast journalism’s most groundbreaking figures. “Barbara Walters: Tell Me Everything” is a feature-length film that goes beyond the headlines, offering a raw and intimate portrait of the legendary journalist who reshaped the media landscape.
The film is produced by Imagine Documentaries — the team behind the 2024 Emmy® Award-winning “Jim Henson Idea Man” — and helmed by Emmy-winning journalist and filmmaker Jackie Jesko. Executive producers Brian Grazer and Ron Howard lend their storytelling muscle to what’s being described as the definitive take on Walters’ extraordinary career and complex personal journey.
Barbara Walters: An Inside Look Into The Trailblazer
Featuring never-before-seen archival footage and candid interviews with those who knew her best — including Oprah Winfrey, Joy Behar, Katie Couric, Connie Chung, and Bette Midler — the documentary explores Walters’ rise in a male-dominated industry, her unparalleled ability to secure exclusive interviews, and the personal sacrifices that came with her success.
“My hope for the film is that audiences feel they get to know the real Barbara, in all her complexities — her private struggles and her public triumphs,” Jesko shared. Walters’ story remains especially relevant today, as journalism continues to evolve in its relationship with power, fame, and truth.
A true pioneer, Walters shattered glass ceilings when she became the first woman to co-anchor a network evening newscast. She was both celebrated and scrutinized, navigating sexism and skepticism while setting a new standard for television journalism. “Barbara created a dazzling career that had no blueprint,” said David Sloan, senior executive producer at ABC News. “She changed broadcast journalism forever.”
Sara Bernstein, president of Imagine Documentaries, added: “She not only changed the face of broadcast journalism and set the gold standard, but she completely transformed the culture’s consumption of celebrity journalism.”
Now available to stream on Hulu, Barbara Walters: Tell Me Everything is more than a tribute — it’s a revealing exploration of a woman who broke barriers, asked the tough questions, and left a huge mark on American media.
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