ABC News Studios has announced the Barbara Walters documentary, “Tell Me Everything,” will make its streaming debut on Hulu June 23. The announcement was just made today and we have all of the details for you right here.
“Tell Me Everything”
The new documentary has been directed by Jackie Jesko, an Emmy-winning filmmaker and journalist. Brian Grazer and Ron Howard executive-produced. The official press release says it, “examines the broadcast legend’s pivotal role in the history of journalism and her pioneering example for women in the industry.” Jackie Jesko clearly has a deep respect for Barbara Walters and said, “Barbara’s story gives us the opportunity to explore the changing relationship between journalism, fame, and truth.”
The documentary gives viewers an intimate and raw look at her astonishing career, personal life, and the challenges she faced trying to balance it all as a woman in a male-dominated industry. Walters, in her own words, also reflects on the high price of fame and the legacy she hoped to inspire.
The documentary includes previously unaired footage as well as interviews with those who knew and worked with Walters. Appearances include “Cindy Adams, Joy Behar, Connie Chung, Martin Clancy, Andy Cohen, Katie Couric, Peter Gethers, Lori Klein, Cynthia McFadden, Bette Midler, Victor Neufeld, David Sloan, Katie Nelson Thomson, Chris Vlasto, and Oprah Winfrey.”
The film will debut at the Tribeca Festival then will premiere on Hulu on June 23. It will be released to Disney+ later as well.
Barbara Walters
Barbara Walters was a legend of journalism. She died December 30, 2022, at the age of 93 and left an amazing legacy behind. She had to navigate a career at a time when it was the realm of men. She challenged the way things were and broke through the glass ceiling, leaving a path behind her for other women to follow. She was known for riveting interviews, like when she talked to then-President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama and asked her, “You love him very much, don’t you?”
She had more delicate interviews as well, and she could ask the difficult questions. In 1977, she interviewed the Egyptian President and Israeli Prime Minister during their peace talks. She was the first female host of NBC’s Today Show in 1974. To put that in perspective, it was the same year women got the right to have credit cards in their own names. These were different times and she didn’t let that hold her back.
Wrap Up
“Tell Me Everything,” the documentary about Barbara Walters, is a must-see. She broke barriers and lived through a fascinating career. We’re looking forward to learning more about this incredible woman.
