Christopher Wallace

Born on October 12, 1947, in Chicago, Illinois, Christopher Wallace embarked on a distinguished career in journalism. While accepted to Harvard Law School, he chose instead to begin his professional life at the Boston Globe. His early experiences laid the foundation for a career that would span decades and various prominent media organizations. He is the son of broadcasting legend Mike Wallace and Norma Kaphan, and later grew up with his stepfather, Bill Leonard. Christopher Wallace has been married to Lorraine Wallace since October 4, 1997, with whom he has one child. He was previously married to Elizabeth Jane Farrell, with whom he had four children.

Wallace gained significant recognition for his tenure as the host of “Fox News Sunday” on Fox News, where he moderated political discussions for 18 years. Following this extensive period, he transitioned to CNN in late 2021, initially to host a program for the CNN+ streaming service. Despite the swift closure of CNN+ in April 2022, Wallace continued his work with CNN, hosting “Who’s Talking to Chris Wallace?” on Max and actively participating in the network’s 2024 election coverage. His career demonstrates a consistent presence in high-profile news broadcasting and media.

In addition to his on-screen roles, Wallace has also taken on executive and advisory positions within the media industry. He served as a senior adviser for news and media investments at RedBird Capital Partners. His career reflects consistent engagement with diverse media platforms and a commitment to journalistic integrity, covering significant political events and conducting interviews with prominent figures.