Richard O. Moore

Born

1920-02-26

Died

2015-03-25

Birthplace

San Francisco, CA

Biography

Richard O. Moore (1920-2015) was a pioneering American filmmaker and co-founder of KPFA, the first listener-supported radio station in the U.S. Moving to San Francisco in the 1940s, he became a key figure in public broadcasting, particularly through his work with KQED. Moore produced and directed numerous documentaries and educational programs, focusing on social issues, culture, and the arts.