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Greta Conway Van Susteren was born on June 11, 1954, in Appleton, Wisconsin, USA. She is the youngest of three daughters born to Urban and Margery Van Susteren. Greta is of white ethnicity and holds American citizenship. Her zodiac sign is Gemini. She graduated from Xavier High School in 1972 and went on to earn a degree in economics and geography from the University of Wisconsin in 1976. In 1979, she received her Juris Doctor from Georgetown University Law Center.
Before transitioning into journalism, Greta was a practicing criminal defense and civil trial attorney. She represented various clients in federal courts across the United States. In 1984, she joined the faculty at Georgetown University Law Center where she served as an adjunct professor of law for 15 years, further solidifying her credentials in legal education.
Greta's media career began in 1991 when she joined CNN as a legal analyst. Her expertise in law quickly made her a respected figure in media commentary. She co-hosted the program Burden of Proof, where she analyzed civil and criminal cases. Greta played a key role in CNN’s coverage of the 2000 U.S. presidential election, a contribution that earned her the Presidential Award for Journalism.
In 2002, Greta left CNN and joined Fox News Channel. She became widely known for hosting the show On the Record with Greta Van Susteren, where she covered major events including high-profile trials such as that of Michael Jackson. Her tenure at Fox added significantly to the channel’s ratings and viewership, making her one of the most influential journalists on the network. She remained with Fox until 2016, when she left using a clause in her contract that allowed for immediate resignation. Brit Hume succeeded her as interim host.
In 2017, Greta joined NBC News and began hosting For the Record with Greta, a 6 PM news program that premiered on January 9, 2017. Despite her brief time at NBC, she continued to maintain a strong following in political and legal journalism. Greta is widely recognized as one of America's most talented and knowledgeable news commentators.
Greta married attorney John P. Coale in 1988. He was previously a trial lawyer and is also an active member of the Church of Scientology, an affiliation the couple shares. They reside in Washington, D.C. Although they do not have children, the couple has devoted time and resources to charitable causes. In 2012, they founded a school and orphanage to support the education of underprivileged children. The institutions are reportedly named after Greta, and she funds them through personal contributions and salary.
Forbes has repeatedly recognized Greta Van Susteren as one of the 100 most powerful women in the world. She received an award in 2002 for her work on a news program covering the September 11 attacks—a collaborative effort acknowledged for investigative excellence. In 2016, she was honored with the Honest and Fairness Award by the Israeli-American Council. Greta has also co-authored a book and continues to contribute to the field of journalism both on and off the screen.
Known for her professionalism and down-to-earth demeanor, Greta enjoys a clean public image. She is an avid animal lover and owns two dogs and three cats. One of her cats, “Ozzy,” was gifted to her by Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne. She is also a passionate fan of the Green Bay Packers. Her net worth is estimated at $35 million, and her salary during her NBC tenure was reportedly $900,000 annually. A significant portion of her earnings is donated to charitable initiatives including her school and orphanage.
Greta remains active on various social media platforms. She can be followed on Twitter under the handle @greta, where she has over 1.15 million followers. On Instagram, she shares both personal and professional photos under the name “Greta,” and has around 57.1K followers. She is also present on Facebook and can be located on Wikipedia for more detailed public records of her career and achievements.
Greta Van Susteren continues to be a respected voice in American journalism and legal analysis. Her transition from law to media has been marked by credibility and commitment to factual reporting. In addition to her journalism work, she remains active in philanthropy and legal discourse, making her a multifaceted contributor to American public life.
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