Mary Hart

Mary Hart is a celebrated American television personality recognized for her extensive career as a host, notably on “Entertainment Tonight.” After becoming a correspondent for ‘Entertainment Tonight’ in 1981, Mary Hart quickly rose to co-host within thirteen weeks, a pivotal role she would define for nearly three decades. Her celebrated career in television began earlier, with her full-time transition into media in 1975 at WMT-TV in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, followed by KMTV in Omaha, Nebraska. By 1976, she was co-hosting ‘Dannysday’ at KTVY in Oklahoma City. Seeking broader opportunities, Hart moved to Los Angeles in 1979, where she secured a co-hosting position on the Los Angeles version of ‘PM Magazine,’ a role that directly led to her tenure at ‘Entertainment Tonight,’ cementing her status as a beloved national personality.

Her significant contributions to television were honored in 2017 when she received the prestigious Daytime Emmy Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing her enduring impact on the industry. More recently, Hart hosted the high-profile Mount Rushmore Fireworks Celebration in 2020. In 2022, she returned to voice acting, lending her talent as EntertainMutt Tonight Host in the animated film Marmaduke. Mary Hart continues to be a highly respected and recognizable figure in entertainment, known for her professionalism, versatility, and decades of connecting with audiences across various platforms.