Paul Coates
American print and television journalist (1921–1968)
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Paul V. Coates (March 10, 1921 – November 16, 1968) was an American print and television journalist. He was known for his popular daily newspaper column and as the host of the syndicated tabloid-style television series Confidential File, developed by Coates and Irvin Kershner (1923–2010).
BornMarch 10, 1921
DiedNovember 16, 1968 (aged 47)
OccupationsTelevision host and columnist
Yearsactive1953 to 1968
Paul Coates | |
|---|---|
| Born | March 10, 1921 |
| Died | November 16, 1968 (aged 47) |
| Occupations | Television host and columnist |
| Years active | 1953 to 1968 |
Coates suffered a massive stroke in 1966 which left the right side of his body paralyzed and his speech severely impaired. Initially given a 50% chance of survival, Coates made a recovery in less than a year, regaining his speech and returning to work in April, 1967.[1] However, he died a year later.
