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Bob Woodward: Quick Facts

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Bob Woodward spills his ‘Secrets’ • Oct. 26, 2026, 1:00 PM ET (Washington Post)

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Also Known As Robert Upshur Woodward
Born March 26, 1943 (age 83) • Illinois
Role In Watergate scandal

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