Christiane Amanpour is a renowned British-Iranian-American journalist and television host, widely recognized as CNN's chief international anchor and for her incisive reporting on international affairs, human rights, and global conflicts, including those in the Middle East. Born in London to Iranian parents, she spent much of her childhood in Tehran before her family fled back to England after the Iranian Revolution in 1979. She later moved to the United States for higher education. Amanpour began her career at CNN in 1983 as an entry-level assistant and quickly rose through the ranks, becoming the network's chief international correspondent and later chief international anchor. Her groundbreaking coverage of major events, including the Gulf War, the Bosnian conflict, and the Rwandan genocide, earned her numerous accolades such as multiple Emmy Awards, Peabody Awards, and a spot on Time magazine's list of the 100 most influential people. She has interviewed world leaders like Mohammed bin Salman, offering critical insights into politics and diplomacy. As CNN's Chief International Anchor, Amanpour hosts the nightly interview program Amanpour on CNN International (also known as CNN's Amanpour show), as well as CNN's The Amanpour Hour on Saturdays and Amanpour & Company on PBS. She also presents Christiane Amanpour Presents The Ex-Files with her ex-husband, former U.S. State Department spokesman James Rubin, on Global. Throughout her career, Amanpour has been a vocal advocate for press freedom and women's rights, serving as a UNESCO Special Envoy for Freedom of Expression. Her work has occasionally drawn controversy, including criticisms from governments for her tough questioning of authoritarian leaders, but she remains a pivotal figure in global journalism, bridging cultural divides with her multilingual background and fearless reporting style. Amanpour's personal life includes her marriage to James Rubin from 1998 to 2009, with whom she has a son, and she has been in a relationship with producer Charles Gibson since 2018. Her Iranian heritage informs her perspective on Middle Eastern issues, and she has written books like 'The Situation Room: The Inside Story of the Situation Room and the Men and Women Who Command It.' Despite facing personal risks in war zones, Amanpour continues to shape public discourse on international crises from her base in New York.