Which Beatles' member assassination did Cronkite reported?
George Harrison
Paul McCartney
John Lennon
Ringo Starr
Answer
On December 8, 1980, John Lennon, a member of the Beatles, was shot and killed by Mark David Chapman in New York City. Cronkite reported on the assassination live on CBS Evening News. Lennon's death was a major shock to the world, and his music continues to be popular today.
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