Ben Bradlee was an influential American journalist and editor, best known for his role as the executive editor of The Washington Post from 1968 to 1991. He played a crucial part in the newspaper's coverage of the Watergate scandal, which ultimately led to the resignation of President Richard Nixon. Under his leadership, the paper won numerous awards, including multiple Pulitzer Prizes. Bradlee was born on August 26, 1921, in Boston, Massachusetts. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II before starting his journalism career. His commitment to investigative reporting and journalistic integrity made him a prominent figure in American media. He passed away on October 21, 2014.