History of Connie Chung in Timeline

Connie Chung is a prominent American journalist and news anchor. She has worked for major U.S. television networks like ABC, CBS, NBC, CNN, and MSNBC. Known for her high-profile interviews, she secured exclusive conversations with figures such as Claus von Bülow, Gary Condit following the Chandra Levy case, and Magic Johnson after his HIV announcement. In 1993, Chung made history as the second woman to co-anchor a network newscast on CBS Evening News, solidifying her place as a pioneering figure in broadcast journalism.

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August 20, 1946: Connie Chung Born

On August 20, 1946, Constance Yu-Hwa Chung Povich (née Chung) was born. She is an American journalist who has been a news anchor and reporter for several U.S. television news networks.

1969: Graduated from University of Maryland

In 1969, Connie Chung graduated from the University of Maryland, College Park with a degree in journalism.

1983: Anchor of NBC News at Sunrise

In 1983, Connie Chung returned to network news as the anchor of NBC's early morning program, NBC News at Sunrise.

1984: Marriage to Maury Povich

In 1984, Connie Chung married talk show host Maury Povich.

1986: Co-host of Newsmagazines on NBC

In 1986, Connie Chung co-hosted two newsmagazines, American Almanac and 1986, with Roger Mudd on NBC.

1989: Returns to CBS

In 1989, Connie Chung returned to CBS to host Saturday Night with Connie Chung, later renamed Face to Face with Connie Chung, and anchor CBS Sunday Evening News.

June 1, 1993: Co-Anchor of CBS Evening News

On June 1, 1993, Connie Chung became the second woman to co-anchor a major network's national weekday news broadcast, CBS Evening News.

1993: CBS Evening News Co-Anchor

In 1993, Connie Chung became the second woman to co-anchor a network newscast as part of CBS Evening News.

January 5, 1995: Controversial Interview on Eye to Eye

On January 5, 1995, Connie Chung conducted a controversial interview with Kathleen Gingrich on Eye to Eye, where Mrs. Gingrich made a disparaging remark about Hillary Clinton which was secretly recorded and aired. The incident was later parodied on Saturday Night Live.

April 1995: Criticism After Oklahoma City Bombing

In April 1995, following the Oklahoma City bombing, Connie Chung faced widespread criticism for her line of questioning towards an Oklahoma City Fire Department spokesman. This led to public outcry and ultimately her departure from CBS Evening News.

June 20, 1995: Adoption of Son Matthew

On June 20, 1995, Connie Chung and Maury Povich adopted their son, Matthew Jay Povich.

1995: Leaves CBS

In 1995, after her co-anchoring duties with Dan Rather ended, Connie Chung left CBS and later joined ABC News.

1997: Joins ABC News

In 1997, Connie Chung moved to ABC News as a reporter on 20/20 and cohost of the Monday edition of the program alongside Charles Gibson.

2000: Guest Host of Good Morning America

In 2000, Connie Chung was a guest host of Good Morning America. She also appeared on ABC 2000 Today in Las Vegas.

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2001: Gary Condit Interview

In 2001, Connie Chung interviewed Gary Condit on Primetime Thursday, focusing on his relationship with Chandra Levy.

July 2002: Interview with Martina Navratilova

In July 2002, Connie Chung interviewed tennis player Martina Navratilova on her show. Chung labeled Navratilova's criticisms of the U.S. political system as "un-American" and "unpatriotic," leading to controversy.

2003: Connie Chung Tonight Canceled

In 2003, Connie Chung's CNN show, Connie Chung Tonight, was canceled by the network despite her contract not having expired. The show faced criticism and was suspended during the Iraq War.

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January 2006: Weekends with Maury and Connie Premieres

In January 2006, Connie Chung and Maury Povich began hosting Weekends with Maury and Connie on MSNBC.

June 17, 2006: Final Episode of 'Weekends with Maury and Connie'

On June 17, 2006, the final episode of Weekends with Maury and Connie aired. Connie Chung sang a parody and danced on a piano as a farewell.

2018: Sexual Harassment and Assault Revelation

In early 2018, Connie Chung spoke about experiencing sexual harassment throughout her career. Later in 2018, she wrote an open letter detailing being assaulted in college.