Hey there, lovely ladies! Today, we're going to talk about an inspiring woman who's making waves in the world of journalism - Kaitlan Collins. 🌊
Early Life: A Non-Political Start
Kaitlan Collins, born on April 7, 1992, hails from Prattville, Alabama. Her upbringing was "apolitical," and her parents weren't into expressing strong opinions or voting for political candidates. Quite an interesting start, right? 🌸
After graduating from Prattville High School, Kaitlan chose to follow her sister's footsteps and started off as a chemistry major at the University of Alabama. But hey, life sometimes has different plans for us! She switched gears and pursued a Bachelor of Arts in political science and journalism, graduating in 2014. During her time at college, she was a member of the Alpha Phi sorority - a true sisterhood! 💪
The Journey in Journalism: Covering Politics and the White House
Once out of college, Kaitlan made her way to Washington, D.C., where she began her journalism career as an entertainment reporter for The Daily Caller in June 2014. But her destiny was calling, and after covering the 2016 presidential election, she took on a significant role as The Daily Caller's White House correspondent in January 2017. Talk about a meteoric rise! 🚀
Her sharp reporting and dedication caught the attention of CNN, and they invited her to make appearances on their network. In July 2017, Kaitlan joined CNN's team covering presidential news, and there was no looking back. As a member of the press corps, she reported on several of Trump's international presidential trips - a true globetrotter! ✈️
The Incident that Shook the White House
On July 25, 2018, Kaitlan found herself in the spotlight when she attended a photo op in the Oval Office as the day's pool reporter. She fearlessly asked President Trump a series of questions about Vladimir Putin and Michael Cohen. Despite being ignored, she showed remarkable courage! However, this incident led to her being barred from a Trump administration press conference later that day. CNN and other organizations rallied in support of her, standing up for the right to a free and unfettered press. 🗞️
Rising to the Top: A Young Chief White House Correspondent
Kaitlan continued her journey, covering the 2020 United States presidential election and becoming the chief White House correspondent for the incoming Biden administration on January 11, 2021. At just 28 years old, she became the youngest chief White House correspondent in CNN's history - now, that's impressive! 🎉
New Horizons: Co-anchoring "CNN This Morning" and Beyond
On September 15, 2022, CNN announced an exciting new chapter in Kaitlan's career. She moved to co-anchor a revamped morning show, alongside Don Lemon and Poppy Harlow. The morning show was aptly named "CNN This Morning," and it marked another significant milestone in her journey. 🌅
But wait, there's more! Kaitlan's versatility knows no bounds. On May 17, 2023, it was revealed that she would become CNN's new 9 p.m. ET host, with her own program scheduled to start in June. A prime time hourly show called "The Source with Kaitlan Collins" was born on July 10, 2023. You go, girl! 🌟
A Woman with Grit and Grace
Throughout her career, Kaitlan Collins has shown us what it takes to be a strong and fearless woman in journalism. From covering politics and the White House to co-anchoring morning shows and hosting her own prime time program, she's a true inspiration. 💫
So, dear readers, let's take a moment to celebrate Kaitlan's journey and remember that with determination and passion, we can achieve anything we set our minds to! 🎊
