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Biography
Patrick Poivre d'Arvor is a French TV journalist and writer. He is a household name in France, and nicknamed "PPDA". With over 30 years and in excess of 4,500 editions of television news to his credit, he was one of the longest serving newsreaders in the world until he was fired in 2008. He presented his last newscast on TF1 on 10 July 2008. Since 2021, a total of 45 women have accused Patrick Poivre d'Arvor of sexual assault or rape that would have allegedly happened during decades prior. Twenty-five women filed a formal complaint. Among them, eight did so for alleged rape.
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Awards & recognition
- Roland Dorgelès Award · 2001
- Prix Interallié · 2000
- Paulée de Meursault Prize · 1991
- Pierre Mocaër Prize · 1986
- Commandeur des Arts et des Lettres
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- Knight of the Legion of Honour
- Officer of the National Order of Merit
