Elizabeth Cochrane Seaman, better known by her pen name Nellie Bly, was an American journalist who was widely known for her record-breaking trip around the world in 72 days in emulation of Jules Verne's fictional character Phileas Fogg, and for an exposé in which she worked undercover to report on a mental institution from within. She ushered in the era of stunt girl reporting and helped advance a new kind of immersion journalism.
Nellie Bly
investigative journalist
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American investigative journalist
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Nellie Bly, American investigative journalist, known for american investigative journalist, died on 1922-01-27.
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- When was Nellie Bly born?
- Nellie Bly was born on 1865-01-27 (American).
- What is Nellie Bly known for?
- American investigative journalist
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- Nellie Bly was involved in 1 recorded historical event, including Nellie Bly dies.
- When did Nellie Bly die?
- Nellie Bly died on 1922-01-01.