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Pernaut JeanPierre

Apr 8, 1950

Rating : AA (Data from a birth certificate)

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Remembering Since 2022

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Work : Published/ Exhibited/ Released 2005 (Autobiography, "Pour tout vous dire....")

Relationship : Marriage 23 June 2007 (Nathalie Marquay) chart Placidus Equal_H.

Work : Retired 18 December 2020 chart Placidus Equal_H.

Health : Medical diagnosis May 2021 (lung cancer) chart Placidus Equal_H.

Death:Death by Disease 2 March 2022 (lung cancer) chart Placidus Equal_H.

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French television news reader and broadcaster widely known simply by his initials, JPP. The regular presenter of station TF1s lunchtime news bulletin, 13 Heures (1pm) between 1988 and 2020, Pernauts combination of avuncular personality and authoritative delivery made him one of Frances most popular news readers. Also editor-in-chief of the bulletin, Pernaut long promoted a deliberate policy of trivial content in each edition, usually running items about local culture and traditional crafts towards the end of the broadcast. This approach won him a regular audience of between seven and eight million for 13 Heures, a considerable figure for a lunchtime news programme. From 1991 to 2010 he was the longtime presenter of Combien ça coûte ? (How much does that cost?), a monthly consumer programme, again on TF1. Since 1988 Pernaut also served on the board of directors of TF1 Group as a representative of the firms employees. Pernaut published his best-selling memoirs, Pour tout vous dire.... (To tell you everything... ), in 2005. Shortly before that, he published two volumes of Les magnifiques métiers de lartisanat (Splendid trades of the craft industry), which were glossy, but informative, tomes devoted to the subjects which have made his news bulletins so distinctive. On 23 June 2007, he married Nathalie Marquay, Miss France 1987, actress and television host, whom he met on the night of the Miss France 2002 pageant. They have two children together. He is also the father of two children he had with his previous wife, Dominique Bonnet. In September 2018, he announced that he had prostate cancer, which forced him to take time off from TF17s newscast. He retired on 18 December 2020 at age 70. In May 2021, he was diagnosed with a lung cancer and was operated at Georges-Pompidou Hospital Paris in July. At the beginning 2022, he was victim of 4 small strokes (due to Covid vaccin?) and then operated again (open-heart). He died on 2 March 2022. Link to Wikipedia biography Read less

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Jean-Pierre Pernaut

Jean-Pierre Pernaut (April 8, 1950 – March 2, 2022) was a prominent French journalist and television presenter. He was best known for anchoring the 1 pm newscast on TF1, France's most-watched television channel, for over 30 years, from 1988 to 2020.

News and Legacy

Pernaut's newscasts were renowned for their focus on regional news and "la France profonde" (deep France), highlighting local traditions, crafts, and everyday life. This approach resonated strongly with a large audience, making him one of the most popular and recognizable figures in French media. His passing in 2022, following a battle with lung cancer, was met with widespread mourning across France.

Career

Pernaut's career began in regional television before he joined TF1 in 1975. He initially worked as a reporter and presenter for various programs. In 1988, he took over the 1 pm newscast, which quickly became a ratings success under his leadership. He retired from the 1 pm news in December 2020.

Social Media

While Jean-Pierre Pernaut maintained a relatively low-key social media presence during his later years, information and tributes related to him can be found on various platforms. Searching for his name on platforms like Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube will likely yield results related to his career, legacy, and tributes following his passing. Articles and discussions regarding his impact on French media are also prevalent online. Official accounts related to his later projects like "JPP TV" might also be found on some platforms.

Recent Projects (prior to his passing)

After stepping down from the 1 pm newscast, Pernaut launched "JPP TV," an online platform dedicated to showcasing regional news and content, aligning with the focus he maintained throughout his career. This project continued his dedication to highlighting the diversity and richness of French regions. He also hosted other programs on TF1, including "SOS Villages," which focused on preserving French heritage.

Personal Life

Pernaut was born in Amiens, France. He was married to Nathalie Marquay-Pernaut, a former Miss France. He had four children.

Other Information

Pernaut was a highly respected figure in French media and received numerous awards throughout his career. He was known for his direct and approachable style, which contributed to his popularity. His contribution to French television and his focus on regional France left a significant mark on the media landscape.

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