Barbara Walters' 10 Most Fascinating People

Barbara Walters' 10 Most Fascinating People (1993-2015)

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Barbara Walters' 10 Most Fascinating People is a televised compilation of ten public figures who are prominent names in the fields of entertainment, sports, politics and popular culture. Hosted by Barbara Walters, the list has been broadcast annually on the second Thursday of December on ABC since 1993. Though produced by ABC News, the specials are not presented under the 20/20 banner, the network's flagship newsmagazine. Barbara Walters has announced who will appear on her annual "Most Fascinating People" special.

Barbara Walters' 10 Most Fascinating People 2015 will feature actors Bradley Cooper, Amy Schumer and Tracy Morgan, American Ballet Theater principal dancer Misty Copeland, Presidential hopeful Bernie Sanders, UFC champion Ronda Rousey and fashion designer Donna Karan. The most fascinating person of 2015 will be announced during the ABC News special, airing on Dec. 17 at 9:30 p.m. ET.

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Scheduleevery Thursday at 21:30 (90 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E51The 10 Most Fascinating People of 2015Dec 17, 2015
S01E50The 10 Most Fascinating People of 2014Dec 14, 2014
S01E01Barbara Walters' 10 Most Fascinating People 1993Dec 8, 1993
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the premiere of Barbara Walters' 10 Most Fascinating People air in 1993?

Barbara Walters' 10 Most Fascinating People premiered on December 8, 1993.

Who was the first person to be featured on the 1993 edition of Barbara Walters' 10 Most Fascinating People?

Audrey Hepburn was the first person to be featured on the 1993 edition of Barbara Walters' 10 Most Fascinating People.

Who was the only political figure to be featured in the 1993 edition of Barbara Walters' 10 Most Fascinating People?

President Bill Clinton was the only political figure to be featured in the 1993 edition of Barbara Walters' 10 Most Fascinating People.

Who was the youngest person to be featured on the 1993 edition of Barbara Walters' 10 Most Fascinating People?

The youngest person to be featured on the 1993 edition of Barbara Walters' 10 Most Fascinating People was actress Drew Barrymore.

Who was the only musician to be featured in the 1993 edition of Barbara Walters' 10 Most Fascinating People?

Country music star Garth Brooks was the only musician to be featured in the 1993 edition of Barbara Walters' 10 Most Fascinating People.

Which famous actress was described by Barbara Walters as a "savvy businesswoman"?

Actress Julia Roberts was described by Barbara Walters as a "savvy businesswoman" in the 1993 edition of Barbara Walters' 10 Most Fascinating People.

Which television host did Barbara Walters call an "original"?

Television host Oprah Winfrey was called an "original" by Barbara Walters in the 1993 edition of Barbara Walters' 10 Most Fascinating People.

Who was the only athlete to be featured in the 1993 edition of Barbara Walters' 10 Most Fascinating People?

Olympic gold medalist figure skater Nancy Kerrigan was the only athlete to be featured in the 1993 edition of Barbara Walters' 10 Most Fascinating People.

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