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<h2>Background and Rise in Broadcast Journalism</h2>

<p>Josh Elliott is an American <a href="/biography/josh-elliott">television journalist</a> known for serving as a news anchor on ABC’s <em>Good Morning America</em>. Prior to this role, he worked as a journalist at ESPN’s <em>SportsCenter</em> and contributed to programming on ESPNEWS. Often referred to as ABC’s “Golden Boy,” Elliott played a significant role in helping to boost the ratings of <em>Good Morning America</em>, cementing his name within mainstream broadcast journalism.</p>

<h2>Early Life and Education</h2>

<p>Born on July 6, 1971, Josh Elliott attended Loyola High School in Los Angeles. He later enrolled at the University of California, Santa Barbara, where he earned a degree in English Literature. While in university, Elliott wrote for the campus newspaper, building practical experience that would shape his future career in journalism. Continuing his academic journey, he earned a Master’s Degree from Columbia University’s Graduate School of Journalism, an Ivy League institution known for producing top-tier media professionals. This academic background provided Elliott with a strong foundation for a career in media and broadcasting.</p>

<h2>Early Career in Sports Media</h2>

<p>Before his television success, Elliott held behind-the-scenes roles, beginning as a producer for Galaxy Productions and later for 20th Century Fox. Initially focusing on comedy development, he transitioned to physical production before entering journalism full time. After completing his studies at Columbia, he joined <em>Sports Illustrated</em> as a writer, where he remained for six years, contributing in-depth sports commentary.</p>

<p>Elliott transitioned to television at ESPN, appearing on shows such as <em>Jim Rome is Burning</em> and <em>Around the Horn</em>. He served as a co-host on <em>Cold Pizza</em> on ESPN2 and contributed written work to <em>ESPN The Magazine</em> and ESPN.com. Notably, he co-anchored <em>SportsCenter</em> alongside <a href="/biography/hannah-storm">Hannah Storm</a>, establishing himself as a versatile figure in both print and broadcast formats.</p>

<h2>Good Morning America and National Recognition</h2>

<p>In 2011, Elliott joined ABC’s <em>Good Morning America</em> following the departure of anchor <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Juju_Chang">Juju Chang</a>. Alongside co-anchors <a href="/biography/george-stephanopoulos">George Stephanopoulos</a>, <a href="/biography/robin-roberts-biography">Robin Roberts</a>, and <a href="/biography/lara-spencer">Lara Spencer</a>, Elliott helped revitalize the morning show, which blended news, weather, and feature segments in an approachable format. He also hosted <em>Good Afternoon America</em> with <a href="/biography/lara-spencer">Lara Spencer</a> from July to September in 2012. His upbeat presence and journalistic credibility made him a well-known and well-regarded media personality.</p>

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<h2>Personal Background and Challenges</h2>

<p>Elliott has publicly spoken about some of the personal challenges he's faced, including being adopted at birth and the eventual divorce of his adoptive parents when he was twelve. In a 2014 appearance on <em>The View</em>, he shared that his adoptive father had revealed his sexual orientation when Josh was thirteen and that his father passed away when he was fifteen. These early life experiences shaped his personal outlook but did not impede his professional accomplishments.</p>

<h2>Career Transitions and Workplace Reputation</h2>

<p>Although Elliott made a significant mark on <em>Good Morning America</em>, he left the program in 2014 to return to sports broadcasting. Upon his departure, he issued a memo stating that the morning show environment no longer met his professional expectations. Some speculated that interpersonal conflicts with colleagues, including occasional tension with <a href="/biography/lara-spencer">Lara Spencer</a>, influenced his decision to leave. However, Elliott has stated that contract negotiations—particularly around salary—played a central role in his exit.</p>

<h2>Marriage, Relationships, and Public Perception</h2>

<p>Josh Elliott was previously married to Priya Narang of Westport, Connecticut. The couple had one daughter, Sabrina Elliott, before divorcing. He later began a relationship with <a href="/biography/liz-cho">Liz Cho</a>, an anchor at WABC-TV. Although media speculation linked him romantically with other public figures, Elliott clarified that these were unfounded. He and <a href="/biography/liz-cho">Cho</a> announced their engagement on September 30, 2014. This will be the second marriage for both; <a href="/biography/liz-cho">Cho</a> was previously married to Evan Gottlieb and has a daughter from her prior relationship.</p>

<h2>Professional Accolades</h2>

<p>Despite facing some public scrutiny and criticism, Elliott has earned recognition for his work in journalism. In 2005, he was honored with a local Emmy Award in New York City for his contributions to the Madison Square Garden Network’s <em>Angles</em>. He also co-hosted Westwood One Sports’ broadcast of Super Bowl XL, showcasing his range as both a news and sports commentator.</p>

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