Other TV Work and Awards
Scott had a small role as Mr. Peter Poole on The Hogan Family, where his character was married to Mrs. Poole, played by Edie McClurg. Scott also hosted the NBC telecast of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade from 1987 until 1997 when he was replaced by Matt Lauer the following year.
In 1985, Scott was given a Private Sector Award for Public Service by U.S. President Ronald Reagan. Other awards include:
- "Distinguished Virginian", Virginia Association of Broadcasters (1990)
- "Washingtonian of the Year", Washingtonian magazine (1979)
- "Humanitarian in Residence", National Society of Fund Raisers (1985)
- "National Partner in 4-H Citations", National 4-H, US Dept of Agriculture(1984)
- Honorary doctorate from Johnson & Wales University
In 2001, American University reissued some of the old Joy Boys radio broadcasts of the 1960s on CDs. He has also played Santa Claus at various White House events.
Scott spoke at his grandson John Swiatek's graduation at Middleburg Academy in 2011.
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