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Allison Gollust is an accomplished American journalist, reporter and media executive who has made significant contributions to the industry. She is widely recognized for her role as the former executive vice president and the chief marketing officer of CNN worldwide, where she played a crucial role in shaping the media network’s strategic communications and public relations efforts. With her extensive experience and expertise, Allison has established herself as a well-known figure in the media landscape. Her leadership and innovative approach have garnered her recognition and admiration within the industry. Prior to her service at the CNN, she was the director of communications for New York Governor, Andrew Cuomo from October 2012 to March 2013.
Allison Gollust Bio.
Allison Gollust is an American journalist, reporter and media executive who served as the vice president and chief marketing officer for CNN. She was born on October 2, 1972 in Denver, Colorado but currently resides in New York City. She is currently 51 years old and bears the Libra birth sign. She gained popularity in 2022 following the allegations of her secret relationship with CNN president Jeff Zucker. Following the rumors and allegations, Jeff and Allison resigned from their positions as the president and vice president of CNN respectively. She is a Caucasian woman who hails from a Christian home.
Educational Background.
Hailing from Denver, Allison gained her high school diploma from a local school in Denver and later went on to pursue a bachelor’s degree in broadcasting journalism at the University of Colorado.
Parents and Siblings.
She was born to Mr. and Mrs. Gollust, a couple from Denver. She has not revealed any information regarding the occupation or current condition of her parents. Her parents however supported her to achieve her ambition. There is no information regarding her siblings too, she is yet to make any information known to the public about her siblings.
Husband.
She is the ex-wife of William Billy Hult, the Chief Executive Officer of Tradeweb, an electronic trading platform. The couple lived in Manhattan with their two children until their divorce in 2015. After their divorce, she has not revealed any information regarding any new partner until in 2022 when she announced her public and personal relationship with Jeff Zucker, the president of CNN for the past few years. Following the confession and announcement, Jeff Zucker and Allison Gollust resigned from their roles as the executive president and vice president of CNN respectively after they violated company policies.
Children.
She shares two daughters by the names of Olivia and Ava with her ex-husband, William Billy Hult.
Physical Features.
She is a tall and slender woman who stands at a height of 5 feet 8 inches and has a body weight of 60 kilograms. Her well-maintained physique reflects her dedication to a healthy lifestyle. With her striking height and balanced weight, Allison carries herself with confidence and radiates a natural beauty despite her age.
Career.
Prior to her executive role as the vice president of CNN, she started from the grassroot of the media industry working as a news anchor, journalist, reporter among other roles in Denver, Colorado. She also worked for the Today show as a senior publicist. She also worked in news agencies and media houses such as NBC News, CNBC, MSBNC among others. She rose through the ranks and finally secured the role of vice president of corporate communication at NBCUniversal. Her work at NBCUniversal was remarkable and she solidified herself as an expert communications officer.
Due to her outstanding communication works, she received a call from the office of Andrew Cuomo, the then Governor of New York in 2012 to serve as his communications director. After serving six months as the communication director of Governor Andrew Cuomo, she left her role to join CNN Worldwide. She joined CNN as their executive vice president and chief officer until she resigned in 2022 following a relationship scandal with her boss, Jeff Zucker, president of CNN.
Net Worth.
With her exceptional expertise and dedication, she has achieved remarkable success as reflected in her impressive net worth of $6 million. Her financial achievements are a testament to her hard work, talent and her ability to navigate and rise through the ranks in the ever-changing media landscape. She earned her hefty fortune over the course of her career in the media industry.
Trivia
| Info | Answer |
| Full Name | Allison Gollust |
| Profession(s) | News anchor, reporter, journalist, media executive |
| Date of Birth | October 2, 1972. |
| Age | 51 years |
| Hometown | Denver, Colorado |
| Current Residence | New York City |
| Nationality | American |
| Ethnicity | Caucasian |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Net Worth | $6 million |
| Height | 5 feet 8 inches |
| Weight | 60 kilograms |
