Lynn Sherr is an award-winning broadcaster, author and former ABC News correspondent whose career has been defined by fearless journalism, compelling storytelling and a lifelong commitment to covering issues that shape society. Best known for her three decades with ABC News and her work on the acclaimed news magazine 20/20, Lynn built a reputation as one of America's most respected television journalists. Her reporting has spanned social change, women's rights, health, politics and space exploration, earning her widespread recognition for combining rigorous investigation with a deeply human approach. Today, she is highly sought after as a speaker for her unique perspective on leadership, resilience, journalism and the evolving role of women in society.
Lynn's career began in journalism with roles at The Associated Press and WCBS-TV before moving into public broadcasting, where she worked as both a freelance host and staff member at WNET-TV in New York. She also hosted a range of PBS specials and gained national visibility as a guest host of the MacNeil–Lehrer Report. Following a period as a reporter and editor for Condé Nast, Lynn joined ABC News, where she spent more than 30 years reporting on some of the most significant stories of her generation. As both a national correspondent and a leading figure on 20/20, she covered presidential elections, major social issues and investigative stories. Her fascination with space exploration also led her to become a finalist in NASA's Journalist in Space Project, reflecting her commitment to bringing complex subjects to wider audiences.
Throughout her distinguished career, Lynn has received numerous honours for her work. She earned a George Foster Peabody Award for the groundbreaking 20/20 documentary Hunger Inside, which examined extreme anorexia. She was also twice awarded Planned Parenthood Federation of America's Margaret Sanger Award for outstanding reporting on reproductive rights and healthcare issues. Beyond broadcasting, Lynn is an accomplished author whose books include Outside the Box: A Memoir, Failure Is Impossible: Susan B. Anthony in Her Own Words, America the Beautiful, Swim: Why We Love the Water and the bestselling Sally Ride: America's First Woman in Space. She has also served in public and civic roles supporting women's issues and journalism.
As a speaker, Lynn combines journalistic authority with exceptional storytelling ability. Drawing on decades spent interviewing world leaders, reporting from the front lines of social change and documenting historic moments, she delivers engaging and thought-provoking presentations that resonate with a wide range of audiences. Her personal experiences, including overcoming significant life challenges, add authenticity and emotional depth to her talks. Whether discussing women's empowerment, resilience, media, history or leadership, Lynn captivates audiences with insight, intelligence and warmth, making her an outstanding choice for conferences, corporate events and educational programmes.
Books
Outside the Box
Swim
- 2026 - Featured on ABC News
- 2024 – Continued recognition as a leading speaker, author and commentator on women's history, journalism and social change.
- 2010 – Hosted the Planned Parenthood Federation of America's Margaret Sanger Awards luncheon.
- 2008 – Concluded a distinguished 31-year career with ABC News and 20/20.
- 2006 – Published Outside the Box: A Memoir, chronicling her life in journalism and personal experiences with loss and illness.
- 1994 – Received the George Foster Peabody Award for the 20/20 documentary Hunger Inside.
- 1994 – Published Susan B. Anthony Slept Here, an updated edition of the American Woman's Gazetteer.
- 1992 – Awarded the Planned Parenthood Federation of America's Margaret Sanger Award for excellence in reporting on reproductive rights and healthcare.
- 1989 – Received her first Planned Parenthood Federation of America's Margaret Sanger Award.
- 1986 – Selected as a finalist for NASA's Journalist in Space Project.
- 1983 – Became a Reporter and Editor at Condé Nast Publications.
- 1977 – Joined ABC News as a Correspondent.
- 1977 – Guest hosted the MacNeil–Lehrer Report on PBS.
- 1976 – Co-authored the American Woman's Gazetteer with Jurate Kazickas.
- 1971 – Launched the Liberated Women's Appointment Calendar and Survival Handbook.
- Early Career – Held journalism roles at WNET-TV, WCBS-TV and The Associated Press.
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