Dana Bash, the chief political correspondent for CNN, was previously married to another network correspondent, John King.
Bash has been a part of CNN since her college days, where she eventually transitioned into producing special programming while covering the US Senate.
Who is CNN’s chief correspondent John King’s ex-wife Dana Bash?
John King, aged 60, and Dana Bash, aged 52, are American journalists working for CNN.
King stands as the news network’s chief national correspondent and hosts the roundtable political discussion program Inside Politics.
In a recent announcement on April 27, 2023, CNN Business disclosed that Dana Bash would be taking over John King’s role in Inside Politics.
Following this development, King expressed his excitement for a new assignment focused on voters in battleground states during the upcoming 2024 presidential election.
Bash, on the other hand, conveyed her enthusiasm for leading a program dedicated to the politics impacting Americans’ lives, as she takes the reins from King on Inside Politics.
Moreover, Bash will continue her responsibilities as co-anchor of CNN’s State of the Union show alongside Jake Tapper.
On the other hand, King’s journalistic career began as a writer for The Associated Press, later becoming the network’s chief political correspondent during the 1992 and 1996 presidential elections.
He gained recognition for confirming the death of Osama bin Laden to the American public in May 2011 and is known for providing insightful political analysis on CNN.
During the turbulent 2020 presidential debate, both Bash and King labelled the face-off between Donald Trump and Joe Biden as chaotic and termed it a “s*** show” in a candid moment on air.
In a more personal revelation, King disclosed on a 2021 episode of Inside Politics about his battle with multiple sclerosis, which renders him immunocompromised.
He highlighted the importance of vaccination for public health and safety, showcasing his commitment to responsible journalism amidst personal health challenges.
King and Bash tied the knot in May 2008, with King converting to Judaism before their marriage as a symbol of their union despite their religious differences.
However, the couple separated in March 2012, marking the end of their relationship after four years of marriage.
Following their divorce, Bash began dating actor Spencer Garrett in 2013, with the couple maintaining a long-distance relationship and continuing to support each other through life’s journey.
