David Carr, NYT Media Columnist, Dies at 58

Chronicled both his industry and his struggles with addiction

One of the media industry's most high-profile and insightful figures, David Carr of The New York Times died tonight at 58 after collapsing in the newsroom. 

"He was the finest media reporter of his generation, a remarkable and funny man who was one of the leaders of our newsroom," wrote executive editor Dean Baquet in a memo to his staff tonight. "He was our biggest champion, and his unending passion for journalism and for truth will be missed by his family at The Times, by his readers around the world and by people who love journalism."

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