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<p><strong>Birth Date:</strong> March 29, 1971 (age 53)</p>
<p><strong>Birth Location:</strong> Durban, South Africa</p>
<p><strong>Education:</strong> Degree in Commerce, 1992</p>
<p><strong><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alma_mater">Alma Mater</a>:</strong> University of Natal, Durban</p>
<p><strong>Occupation:</strong> Journalist (since 1988)</p>
<p><strong>Employer:</strong> CBS News, Chief Foreign Affairs Correspondent (2006–present)</p>
<p><strong>Spouse(s):</strong> Jason Siemon (m. 1998), Joseph Burkett (m. 2008)</p>

<h2>Early Life and Education</h2>
<p>Lara Logan was born on March 29, 1971, in Durban, South Africa. She attended the University of Natal in Durban, where she earned a degree in commerce in 1992. During her college years, Logan also worked as a swimsuit model, gaining experience in front of the camera before transitioning into journalism.</p>

<h2>Journalism Career</h2>
<p>Logan began her journalism career in 1988. She rose through the ranks of international reporting, eventually becoming the Chief Foreign Affairs Correspondent for CBS News in 2006. Known for her in-depth international coverage and frontline reporting, Logan covered numerous global conflicts, including the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.</p>

<h2>Recognition and Awards</h2>
<p>Lara Logan has received multiple prestigious awards for her contributions to journalism. These include:</p>
<ul>
  <li>David Bloom Award from the Radio & Television News Association, 2008</li>
  <li>Gracie Awards from the American Women in Radio and Television in 2000, 2002, 2003, 2004, and 2008</li>
  <li>Best International News Story Award from the Association of International Broadcasters, 2007</li>
  <li>Emmy Award, Overseas Press Club Award, and a Murrow Award in 2008</li>
  <li>Murrow Award for “Marines on Patrol in Afghanistan,” 2010</li>
  <li>John Aubuchon Press Freedom Award, 2011</li>
  <li>John F. Hogan Distinguished Service Award, 2011</li>
  <li>Daniel Pearl Award, 2011</li>
</ul>

<h2>Personal Life</h2>
<p>Logan's first marriage was to Jason Siemon, a professional basketball player who competed in the United Kingdom. In 2008, she married Joseph Burkett IV, a U.S. government defense contractor. The couple has two children: a son, Joseph Washington Burkett V, born on December 29, 2008, and a daughter, Lola Anne Burkett, born on March 4, 2010.</p>

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<h2>Surviving Sexual Assault in Cairo</h2>
<p>On February 11, 2011, while covering celebrations in Cairo's Tahrir Square following the resignation of Egyptian <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hosni_Mubarak">President</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hosni_Mubarak">Hosni Mubarak</a>, Logan was sexually assaulted by a mob. She later spoke publicly about the attack to raise awareness about sexual violence toward journalists in conflict zones. Her bravery in discussing the assault helped spark broader conversations on the safety of women in the media industry.</p>

<h2>Public Presence and Social Media</h2>
<p>Lara Logan maintains a public profile through various platforms, including social media. Her official Facebook page, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/laralogan/">Lara Logan</a>, currently has over 39,000 followers.</p>

<h2>Notable Interviews and Media Appearances</h2>
<p>Logan has participated in several high-profile interviews discussing both personal and professional challenges. In a notable 60 Minutes interview, she opened up about her assault in Egypt. Additionally, she has spoken about her experiences with cancer and her reporting on the 2012 Benghazi incident, offering insight into the challenges faced by foreign correspondents.</p>

<p>Sources:</p>
<ul>
  <li><a href="https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1022561/bio">IMDB Biography</a></li>
  <li>Wikipedia - Lara Logan</li>
  <li><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/lara-logan-rape-egypt-60-minutes-interview-video-2011-5?IR=T">Business Insider Interview</a></li>
  <li><a href="https://www.thestar.com/life/2017/05/04/60-minutes-correspondent-lara-logan-opens-up-about-cancer-sex-assault-and-benghazi-story.html">Toronto Star Interview</a></li>
</ul>

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