Jackie Jesko’s latest film delves into the pioneering work of Barbara Walters and the sacrifices she made to achieve success.

“Barbara Walters Tell Me Everything,” a documentary directed by Jackie Jesko, delves into Walters’ exceptional career and her lasting impact on the industry. It sheds light on the challenges she faced as a female figure in a predominantly male field.

The documentary provides a unique perspective on Walters’ key moments, presenting an unfiltered look at the life of this broadcast pioneer. It follows her evolution from a trailblazing journalist to a revered cultural icon, shedding light on the personal toll it took.

One significant milestone in Walters’ career was in 1976 when she became the first female co-anchor of a network evening news program alongside Harry Reasoner on “ABC Evening News”. According to Jesko, the partnership between the two anchors was fraught with difficulties, and Walters herself describes it as one of the lowest points in her professional life.

The film revisits Walters’ iconic ABC specials, where she famously interviewed world leaders and a celebrity in the same broadcast. “At the time that was extremely controversial, to treat a movie star like newsworthy,” Jesko notes.

Jesko also underscores the tension between Walters’ career and personal life. “Work was such a huge part of her life that other things had to suffer for that. It is amazing what she was able to accomplish,” she says.

From Taylor Swift, the Kardashians, and the Menendez brothers to presidents, world leaders, the famous and the infamous – everybody talked to Barbara Walters.

Jesko hopes the documentary introduces Walters to a younger generation who may not know about her impact.

“Barbara Walters: Tell Me Everything” premieres June 23 on Hulu.

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