Greta Van Susteren, a renowned journalist and TV personality, was born in Appleton, Wisconsin. She pursued higher education, earning a Bachelor's degree with Distinction in Economics from the University of Wisconsin in 1976. This impressive academic achievement was followed by a law degree in 1979 and a master of laws in trial advocacy from Georgetown Law Center in 1982. For several years, Van Susteren served as a civil and criminal attorney in Wisconsin, demonstrating her expertise in the legal field.
As her professional career progressed, Van Suster joineden Ted Turner's CNN network in 1991, where she worked as a legal analyst and co-host of the network's legal talk show, "Burden of Proof". Her exceptional on-air analysis of high-profile trials, such as the O.J. Simpson case, earned her critical acclaim. During her tenure at CNN, Van Susteren also hosted the news program "The Point", showcasing her versatility as a journalist.
However, Van Susteren's relationship with CNN eventually soured, and she left the network in 2002 to host "On the Record w/ Brit Hume" on Fox News, CNN's rival. Prior to the debut of her new program, Van Susteren underwent a well-publicized surgical face-lift to remove "bags" from beneath her eyes, sparking controversy over the role of news anchors as professional journalists versus entertainers.
Throughout her career, Van Susteren has been married to John P. Coale, a well-known litigator who was also a partner in her law practice. Despite receiving mixed critical reception, Van Susteren continues to host "On The Record" on Fox News, solidifying her position as a prominent figure in the world of journalism.
