Barbara Walters Is Remembered as a Trailblazer in Journalism

The trail for women in the industry was paved by Barbara Walters, who died Friday at the age of 93.

As word of her death spread, people paid tribute to her.

Robert A. Iger, the chief executive of the Walt Disney Company, which owns ABC News, said that Ms.

The effect that Ms. Walters had on the careers of journalists was recalled on Friday night. Her interviews were good examples of good journalism. She displayed bravery when she sat across some of the world's most powerful people. Ms.Walters helped carve a path for women in the news industry.

David Muir, an anchor for ABC News, wrote that Barbara Walters was all of the above. He said that Barbara was brave. Robin Roberts said that she was grateful for her example and her friendship.

Deborah Roberts, an ABC News senior national affairs correspondent, said that she will never forget when she was offered a job on the show. It was an honor to share it with her.

Dan Rather was the former network news anchor.

Mr Rather said that the world of journalism has lost a pillar.

Maria Shriver described Ms. Walters as a mentor and a friend. Many women broke into the news business because of her.

Ms. Walters was a household name and leader in American journalism according to Ms. McCain.

Star Jones, one of the original co- hosts of "The View," wrote that she owes Barbara Walters more than she can ever repay. Well sisters, rest well.

Ms.Walters had a reach that extended beyond journalism. She was able to be fearless during interviews.

Ms.Walters was described as an American institution by the actress who played Wonder Woman.

She said that as the first female national news anchor she opened the door to endless possibilities for so many girls who wanted to work in TV. The impact cannot be overstated. You will be missed, Barbara. I would like to thank you for everything.

According to the N.B.A. Hall of Fame player, Barbara Walters never flinched when she questioned the world's most powerful people. He said that she held them accountable. She made us care about the truth. She inspired a lot of other journalists to be just as relentless.

John Yoon and Juston Jones reported.