Bob Woodward, one of the most well-known names in the world of American investigative journalism, was born on March 26, 1943, in Geneva, Illinois. Woodward, who has continued his career at The Washington Post since 1971, wrote news that left his name written in golden letters in the history of journalism, and continues to serve as the assistant editor of the publication today. The main reason why Woodward is so well known to the public is the Watergate investigation he conducted together with his colleague Carl Bernstein. Tracing this news, which shook the Nixon administration in the early 1970s, changed the course of American political history and sparked his presidential resignation. This work was also adapted to cinema in the following years. In addition to his career as a journalist, Woodward has reached wide audiences through interviews on television's most influential platforms for decades. He has appeared as a guest many times on established programs such as 60 Minutes, Meet the Press, Real Time with Bill Maher, The Daily Show and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. These screen experiences transformed Woodward far beyond a mere newspaper reporter into a public figure who shaped public opinion. His books about many executives, presidents and intelligence officials also had a great impact. With his long-term contributions to investigative journalism, Woodward continues to be the reference point of the profession.