John David Backe (July 5, 1932– October 22, 2015) was an United StatesAmerican television executive who served as the President and CEO of CBS from 1977 until 1980. Previously a bomber pilot, Backe helped CBS return to number 1 in the late 1970s before being ousted by CBS' founder, William S. Paley.
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