Shirley Baskin Familian, KCET Co-Founder, Dies at 101

Shirley Baskin Familian, a founder of the public television station KCET, died Oct. 23. She was 101 years old. Working with her first husband, Burton Baskin, Baskin Familian co-founded the public television station KCET in Los Angeles. In 1964, KCET became an affiliate of the National Educational Television network. Baskin Familian served as a board member for KCET for more than 60 years. Born in Winnipeg, Canada, Baskin Familian attended the University of Washington, studying art and design and serving as the president of the Associated Women Students. She met her first husband during her college years. The two married… Read Full Article