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American Masters

American Masters

1986Returning SeriesNext: Mar 17 9pm ET40 Seasons311 Episodes7.5TMDB
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American Masters is a PBS television series which produces biographies on enduring writers, musicians, visual and performing artists, dramatists, filmmakers, and others who have left an indelible impression on the cultural landscape of the United States.

Created by: Susan Lacy
Season 27 · Episode 4

Billie Jean King

Aired Sep 10, 2013at 9PM·1h 30m

A profile of Billie Jean King, who won 39 Grand Slam tennis titles; helped form a precursor to the WTA Tour; founded the Women's Sports Foundation and Women's Sports magazine; cofounded World TeamTennis; and defeated Bobby Riggs at a much-ballyhooed "Battle of the Sexes" match in 1973. The documentary includes remarks from past and current tennis stars Margaret Court, Chris Evert, Maria Sharapova, and Serena and Venus Williams; Riggs' son Larry; Hillary Clinton; and Gloria Steinem.

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When did American Masters Season 27 Episode 4 air?

American Masters Season 27 Episode 4 aired on September 10, 2013 at 9 PM ET.

How long is American Masters Season 27 Episode 4?

This episode runs for approximately 90 minutes.

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