Maria Sara Bartiromo is a well-known American journalist, author, and financial reporter known for her conservative views. She currently hosts multiple programs across Fox Business and Fox News channels, including "Mornings with Maria," "Maria Bartiromo's Wall Street," and "Sunday Morning Futures With Maria Bartiromo." Her career has been primarily focused on financial news and analysis.
1933: Carmine Bartiromo Immigrates to the US
In 1933, Maria Bartiromo's grandfather, Carmine Bartiromo, immigrated to the United States from Nocera, Campania. He settled in New York and served in the US Armed Forces.
September 11, 1967: Birth of Maria Bartiromo
Maria Sara Bartiromo was born on September 11, 1967.
1988: Bartiromo Begins Internship at CNN Business
Maria Bartiromo began her internship at CNN Business either in 1988 or 1989, which marked the start of her career in financial journalism.
1989: Bartiromo Begins Internship at CNN Business
Maria Bartiromo began her internship at CNN Business either in 1988 or 1989, which marked the start of her career in financial journalism.
1989: Bartiromo Graduates from NYU
Maria Bartiromo graduated from New York University's Washington Square Campus in 1989 with a Bachelor of Arts in journalism and economics.
1990: First Meeting with Jonathan Steinberg
Maria Bartiromo first met her future husband, Jonathan Steinberg, in 1990, shortly after graduating from college.
1995: Bartiromo Begins Anchoring Columbus Day Parade
Maria Bartiromo began anchoring television coverage of New York City's Columbus Day Parade in 1995.
1997: Bartiromo Begins Hosting "Business Center"
Maria Bartiromo took on the role of host for CNBC's "Business Center" in 1997.
1997: Excellence in Broadcast Journalism Award
Maria Bartiromo was honored with the Excellence in Broadcast Journalism Award in 1997.
1998: Bartiromo Begins Hosting "Market Wrap"
From 1998 to 2000, Maria Bartiromo hosted CNBC's "Market Wrap".
1999: Marriage to Jonathan Steinberg
In 1999, Maria Bartiromo married Jonathan Steinberg, the CEO of WisdomTree Investments and son of billionaire financier Saul Steinberg.
1999: Bartiromo Ends Hosting "Business Center"
In 1999, Maria Bartiromo's time as host of CNBC's "Business Center" came to an end.
2000: Bartiromo Ends Hosting "Market Wrap"
Maria Bartiromo's run as host of "Market Wrap" on CNBC ended in 2000.
2002: Bartiromo Begins Hosting "Closing Bell"
Maria Bartiromo became the host of CNBC's "Closing Bell" in 2002.
2002: Release of Joey Ramone's Song "Maria Bartiromo"
Joey Ramone, the lead singer of the punk rock band The Ramones, wrote and recorded a song titled "Maria Bartiromo", which was released posthumously on his solo album "Don't Worry About Me" in 2002.
2003: Appearance in "Risk/Reward"
Maria Bartiromo appeared as herself in "Risk/Reward", a documentary exploring the lives of women working on Wall Street, in 2003.
2004: Lincoln Statue Award
In 2004, Maria Bartiromo received the Lincoln Statue Award from the Union League of Philadelphia.
2006: Controversy Over Bartiromo's Relationships
During 2006 and 2007, controversy arose regarding Maria Bartiromo's close relationships with some of the executives she covered, leading to questions about potential conflicts of interest.
January 2007: Bartiromo Trademarks "Money Honey"
In January 2007, Maria Bartiromo filed trademark applications for the term "Money Honey" for a line of children's products aimed at financial education.
2007: Bartiromo Hosts "The Business of Innovation"
In 2007, Maria Bartiromo began hosting "The Business of Innovation" on CNBC, expanding her repertoire beyond traditional financial news.
2008: Bartiromo's Comments on the Financial Crisis
Following the 2008 financial crisis, Maria Bartiromo expressed her views, criticizing the lack of oversight and accountability that contributed to the crisis and calling for substantial change within the financial industry.
2008: Bartiromo Signs New Contract with CNBC
In late 2008, Maria Bartiromo signed a new five-year contract with CNBC, reflecting her prominence in financial journalism.
2008: Gracie Award and Emmy Award for Outstanding Coverage of a Breaking News Story
Maria Bartiromo received two prestigious awards in 2008: a Gracie Award for Outstanding Documentary and an Emmy Award for Outstanding Coverage of a Breaking News Story.
2009: Appearance in "The Taking of Pelham 123"
In 2009, Maria Bartiromo appeared as herself in the remake of the action film, "The Taking of Pelham 123".
2009: Financial Times' "50 Faces That Shaped the Decade"
In 2009, Maria Bartiromo was featured in the Financial Times' list of "50 Faces That Shaped the Decade".
2009: Emmy Award for Outstanding Business and Economic Reporting
Maria Bartiromo received an Emmy Award for Outstanding Business and Economic Reporting in 2009.
2010: Adjunct Professor at NYU Stern School of Business
Maria Bartiromo began teaching as an adjunct professor at the NYU Stern School of Business in 2010. Her seminar, "Global Markets and Normative Frameworks", was very popular.
2010: Grand Marshal of the Columbus Day Parade
Maria Bartiromo served as the grand marshal of the Columbus Day Parade in 2010.
2010: "The 10 Laws of Enduring Success" Published
Maria Bartiromo authored her second book, "The 10 Laws of Enduring Success", which was published in 2010 by Crown Business.
2010: Appearances in "Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps" and "Inside Job"
Maria Bartiromo appeared as herself in two films released in 2010: the drama sequel "Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps" and the documentary "Inside Job".
2010: Bartiromo as Grand Marshal of Columbus Day Parade
In 2010, Maria Bartiromo served as the Grand Marshal of New York City's Columbus Day Parade.
2011: Induction into the Cable Hall of Fame
In 2011, Maria Bartiromo became the third journalist to be inducted into the Cable Hall of Fame.
2011: "The Weekend That Changed Wall Street" Published
In 2011, Maria Bartiromo wrote and published her third book, "The Weekend That Changed Wall Street", released by Portfolio Hardcover.
2012: Appearance in "Arbitrage"
In 2012, Maria Bartiromo made an appearance as herself in the finance thriller film "Arbitrage".
2012: Commencement Speech at NYU Stern School of Business
Maria Bartiromo delivered the commencement speech at the NYU Stern School of Business in 2012.
2013: Bartiromo Ends Tenure at "Closing Bell"
Maria Bartiromo's time hosting "Closing Bell" came to an end in 2013.
2013: Bartiromo Joins Fox Business
Maria Bartiromo left CNBC in 2013 to host shows for Fox Business.
2013: End of Tenure as Adjunct Professor at NYU Stern School of Business
Maria Bartiromo concluded her role as an adjunct professor at NYU's Stern School of Business in 2013 after a successful three-year tenure.
November 10, 2015: Moderator for Republican Party Presidential Debate
On November 10, 2015, Maria Bartiromo served as one of three moderators for the Fox Business debate of the Republican Party presidential candidates at the Milwaukee Theatre. She and her colleagues were recognized for keeping the debate focused on economics and facilitating a largely civil discussion.
January 14, 2016: Co-host for Republican Party Presidential Debate
On January 14, 2016, Maria Bartiromo co-hosted another Republican presidential debate on Fox Business, held at the North Charleston Coliseum. This debate, focused on economic matters, was not originally scheduled but was added due to the success of the previous one.
2016: Reporting on Alleged Spying on Trump Campaign
During 2016, Bartiromo reported on allegations that the Obama administration used the U.S. intelligence community to spy on the Trump campaign and transition. She called the unmasking requests by Obama administration officials "the biggest political scandal we've ever seen." An investigation led by John Bash found no substantive wrongdoing.
2016: Induction into the Library of American Broadcasting
Maria Bartiromo was inducted into the Library of American Broadcasting in 2016.
2016: Bartiromo and the 2016 Election
Maria Bartiromo's ratings were positively impacted by the developments of the 2016 Republican presidential nomination race, particularly as she developed a notable on-air rapport with then-candidate Donald Trump.
2016: Commentary on Presidential Election and Pro-Trump Stance
Throughout 2016, Maria Bartiromo provided commentary on the potential reactions of Wall Street to either presidential candidate winning the election. As the election progressed, she adopted a more pronounced pro-Trump stance, notably by echoing critical online posts directed at Hillary Clinton.
2017: Advocate for Trump Administration and Controversial Reporting
Following Trump's inauguration in 2017, Bartiromo became a vocal advocate for his administration, frequently echoing its talking points and conducting friendly interviews with Trump. She also faced criticism for amplifying the administration's conspiracy theories and falsehoods, particularly regarding alleged spying on the Trump campaign by the Obama administration.
2018: Keynote Speaker at Fontbonne Hall Academy's 80th Anniversary Gala
In 2018, the Maria Bartiromo Broadcast Journalism Studio at Fontbonne Hall Academy was named in her honor, and she served as the keynote speaker for the school's 80th anniversary gala.
September 2019: New Multi-Year Deal with FBN and High Salary
Maria Bartiromo signed a new multi-year contract with Fox Business Network (FBN) in September 2019, reflecting her continued success and influence at the network. Reports indicated an annual salary of $10 million, making her one of the highest-paid news anchors in the United States.
November 8, 2020: Platform for False Election Claims and Legal Threats
On November 8, 2020, Maria Bartiromo hosted Sidney Powell on her show, giving a platform to baseless claims about the election without fact-checking or requesting evidence. This interview is considered a starting point for Fox News's propagation of election-related falsehoods.
November 2020: Post-Election Interview with Trump and Criticism
In November 2020, Bartiromo conducted the first post-election interview with Donald Trump, after he lost his bid for reelection. She faced criticism for backing Trump's unfounded claims of election fraud and his attempts to overturn the results, even texting his chief of staff, Mark Meadows, with advice and questions beforehand. Her conduct in the interview drew sharp criticism, with some accusing her of providing a platform for Trump to spread misinformation.
December 2020: Smartmatic Threatens Legal Action Against Fox News
In December 2020, Smartmatic, a voting technology company, sent a legal threat to Fox News demanding retractions for broadcasting false claims about their involvement in election rigging. This followed repeated promotion of baseless allegations by Bartiromo and other Fox News hosts.
2020: Involvement in Election Conspiracy Theories
During the 2020 US presidential election, Maria Bartiromo became embroiled in controversy for amplifying unproven conspiracy theories related to the election results. This led to her being named in a defamation lawsuit by Smartmatic.
2020: "The Cost: Trump, China, and American Renewal" Published
Maria Bartiromo co-authored her fourth book, "The Cost: Trump, China, and American Renewal", with James Freeman, published in 2020 by Simon & Schuster.
January 2021: Trial Run for Fox News Primetime Slot at Start of Biden Administration
At the beginning of the Biden administration in late January 2021, Fox News gave Bartiromo a trial run to host their new weekday 7 p.m. show, Fox News Primetime. However, she did not secure the permanent hosting position.
January 2021: Continuing Election Misinformation and Controversial Statements
Throughout January 2021, Maria Bartiromo persisted in spreading misinformation about the election, echoing false claims of irregularities and even suggesting that Democrats disguised as Trump supporters were behind the January 6th Capitol riot.
January 25, 2021: Trial Run for Fox News Primetime Slot
In late January 2021, Bartiromo was given a trial run to host Fox News Primetime, the network's new weekday 7 p.m. political opinion show. The trial period began the week of January 25, 2021, but she was ultimately not chosen for the permanent hosting role.
February 2021: Smartmatic Files Defamation Lawsuit
February 2021 saw Smartmatic filing a $2.7 billion defamation lawsuit against Fox Corporation, Fox News, Maria Bartiromo, Lou Dobbs, and Jeanine Pirro. The lawsuit alleged that false claims about the election had been spread, causing damage to Smartmatic's reputation.
February 2021: Smartmatic Files Defamation Lawsuit
Smartmatic filed a defamation lawsuit against Fox News, Bartiromo, and other hosts in February 2021, seeking $2.7 billion in damages. The lawsuit alleged that the network and its hosts knowingly spread false information about Smartmatic's role in the election, causing significant harm to the company's reputation.
July 2021: Controversial Remarks About Ashli Babbitt
In July 2021, Bartiromo referred to Ashli Babbitt, who was fatally shot while participating in the January 6th Capitol riot, as a "wonderful woman" engaged in "peaceful protest." This characterization sparked further controversy, given the circumstances of Babbitt's death during the violent insurrection.
November 2021: Jonathan Karl's Book Reveals Bartiromo's Call to Bill Barr
Jonathan Karl's book "Betrayal," published in November 2021, revealed a November 2020 incident where Bartiromo contacted Attorney General Bill Barr, expressing her dissatisfaction with the Department of Justice's inaction in preventing alleged election interference by Democrats. Barr reportedly dismissed her claims, suggesting that she had "lost it." This incident further fueled the controversy surrounding Bartiromo's coverage of the 2020 election.
March 2022: Court Allows Smartmatic's Defamation Suit to Proceed
A New York State Supreme Court judge ruled in March 2022 that Smartmatic's defamation lawsuit against Fox News could move forward, allowing claims against Bartiromo and others to stand. The ruling was a significant development in the case, signaling that the court found merit in Smartmatic's allegations of defamation.
February 2023: Court Rules Against Dismissal of Smartmatic Lawsuit
In February 2023, the court rejected attempts to dismiss the defamation lawsuit filed by Smartmatic. This decision meant that the legal proceedings against Fox News, Maria Bartiromo, and other involved parties would continue.
April 2023: Smartmatic Lawsuit in Discovery Phase
As of April 2023, the $2.7 billion defamation lawsuit filed by Smartmatic against Fox Corporation, including Maria Bartiromo, was in the discovery phase.
2023: Equivalent Value of Bartiromo's 2008 Contract
Maria Bartiromo's five-year contract with CNBC, signed in late 2008, would be equivalent to $5,559,000 in 2023.