Larry King (1933–2021) was an American television and radio host, renowned for his long-running CNN program 'Larry King Live' (1985–2010), where he conducted straightforward, engaging interviews with world leaders, celebrities, and everyday people in his signature style featuring suspenders and a raspy voice.

A broadcasting legend who pioneered the talk show format, interviewing over 60,000 guests including every U.S. president from Richard Nixon onward, often turning complex topics into accessible conversations over a decade-spanning career.