Greta Van Susteren

Date of Birth: June 11, 1954

Zodiac Sign: Gemini

Biography

Greta Van Susteren is a distinguished American commentator, lawyer, and television news anchor. Born on June 11, 1954, in Appleton, Wisconsin, she rose to prominence through her legal analysis and reporting. Van Susteren earned a law degree from Georgetown University Law Center and initially worked as a trial attorney before transitioning to a career in television. She gained national attention as a legal analyst during the O.J. Simpson trial, which led to her hosting roles on CNN’s “Burden of Proof” and “The Point.” In 2002, she joined Fox News, where she hosted “On the Record with Greta Van Susteren” for 14 years. Van Susteren continued her career at MSNBC and later at Voice of America. She is known for her straightforward interviewing style and her ability to break down complex legal issues in an understandable way.

5 Interesting Facts about Greta Van Susteren

1. Greta Van Susteren was named one of Forbes’ “100 Most Powerful Women in the World” multiple times.

2. She has a background in science, holding a bachelor’s degree from the University of Wisconsin–Madison in geography and economics.

3. Van Susteren co-authored a book titled “My Turn at The Bully Pulpit: Straight Talk About The Things That Drive Me Nuts” with her husband, John P. Coale.

4. She is a Scientologist and credits the religion for helping her manage stress and maintain her career.

5. Greta Van Susteren is known for her philanthropic work, including support for the Innocence Project, which works to exonerate wrongfully convicted individuals.