Maurice Richard 'Maury' Povich is an American television personality, best known for hosting the tabloid talk show Maury. He began his career as a radio reporter and later transitioned to television, working as a news anchor and sportscaster. His eponymous show, which began in 1991, became famous for its dramatic paternity test revelations and became a staple of daytime television. Povich retired from his show in 2022 after a successful 31-season run, leaving behind a significant legacy in the talk show genre.