Shana Alexander date of birth:
October 6, 1925
How old was Shana Alexander when died?
79
Where was Shana Alexander born?
New York City
When did Shana Alexander die?
June 23, 2005
Where did Shana Alexander die?
Hermosa Beach, CA
Why did Shana Alexander die?
Cancer - unspecified
What is Shana Alexander nationality?
American
Where did Shana Alexander go to university?
Vassar College (1942-45)
What is Shana Alexander's occupation?
Journalist
Shana Alexander claim to fame:
Nutcracker: Money, Madness and Murder
Short Biography
Shana Alexander (October 6, 1925 – June 23, 2005) was an American journalist, born Shana Ager in New York City on October 6, 1925. Although she became the first woman staff writer and columnist for Life magazine, she was best known for her participation in the "Point-Counterpoint" debate segments of 60 Minutes with conservative James J. Kilpatrick. She was a daughter of Tin Pan Alley composer Milton Ager, who composed the song "Happy Days Are Here Again, " and his wife, columnist Cecelia Ager.