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Dorothy Stimson Bullitt | |
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Born | Seattle, Washington, United States | February 5, 1892
Died | June 27, 1989 Seattle, Washington, United States | (aged 97)
Resting place | Evergreen Washelli Memorial Park |
Nationality | American |
Other names | Dorothy Frances Stimson |
Occupation(s) | Broadcaster, realtor, philanthropist |
Title | Founder/President/Chairwoman, King Broadcasting Co. (1946–1977) |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse(s) | A. Scott Bullitt (1877-1932) (1918-1932, his death) |
Children | 3, including Priscilla Bullitt Collins |
Dorothy Stimson Bullitt (February 5, 1892 – June 27, 1989) was an American businesswoman and philanthropist. A radio and television pioneer, she founded King Broadcasting Company, a major owner of broadcast stations in Seattle, Washington. She was the first woman in the United States to buy and manage a television station.