Career Timeline of Monica Lewinsky: Major Achievements and Milestones

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Monica Lewinsky made an impact.

Monica Lewinsky is an American activist known for her involvement in the Clinton-Lewinsky scandal in the late 1990s. While working as a White House intern from 1995 to 1997, she had an affair with then-President Bill Clinton. The affair became public knowledge, leading to significant media attention, political repercussions, and ultimately, Clinton's impeachment proceedings. Since then, Lewinsky has become an anti-bullying activist and public speaker, focusing on the dangers of online harassment and promoting empathy and resilience.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Controversies & Scandals Legacy & Impact

July 1995: White House Internship Begins

In July 1995, Monica Lewinsky began an unpaid summer White House internship in the office of White House Chief of Staff Leon Panetta.

December 1995: Paid Posting in the White House

In December 1995, Monica Lewinsky moved to a paid posting in the White House Office of Legislative Affairs.

1995: White House Internship

In 1995, Monica Lewinsky began her internship at the White House, which eventually led to her involvement in the Clinton-Lewinsky scandal.

1995: Bachelor's Degree

In 1995, Monica Lewinsky graduated with a bachelor's degree in psychology from Lewis & Clark College.

April 1996: Transfer to the Pentagon

In April 1996, Monica Lewinsky was transferred from the White House to the Pentagon due to concerns about her time spent with Clinton.

December 1997: Lewinsky Leaves Pentagon

In December 1997, Monica Lewinsky left her position at the Pentagon.

March 3, 1999: Barbara Walters Interview

On March 3, 1999, Barbara Walters interviewed Monica Lewinsky on ABC's 20/20, watched by 70 million Americans.

March 1999: Publication of Monica's Story

In March 1999, Andrew Morton published 'Monica's Story,' Lewinsky's biography detailing her side of the Clinton affair.

May 8, 1999: Saturday Night Live Cameo

On May 8, 1999, Monica Lewinsky made a cameo appearance on NBC's Saturday Night Live.

September 1999: Handbag Line Launch

In September 1999, Monica Lewinsky began selling a line of handbags under the company name The Real Monica, Inc.

February 2000: Jenny Craig Ads Stopped

In February 2000, Jenny Craig stopped running the ads featuring Monica Lewinsky due to controversy.

February 2000: Appearance on The Tom Green Show

In February 2000, Monica Lewinsky appeared on MTV's The Tom Green Show.

April 2000: End of Jenny Craig Campaign

In April 2000, Jenny Craig concluded Monica Lewinsky's campaign entirely.

March 2002: HBO Special: Monica in Black and White

In March 2002, Monica Lewinsky appeared in the HBO special "Monica in Black and White", answering questions about her life and the Clinton affair.

2003: Mr. Personality Host

In 2003, Monica Lewinsky hosted the reality television dating program, 'Mr. Personality', on Fox Television Network.

December 2006: Graduation with Master of Science Degree

In December 2006, Monica Lewinsky graduated with a Master of Science degree from the London School of Economics.

2006: Master's Degree

In 2006, Monica Lewinsky earned a master's degree in psychology from the London School of Economics.

May 2014: Vanity Fair Essay

In May 2014, Monica Lewinsky wrote an essay for Vanity Fair magazine titled 'Shame and Survival', discussing her life and the scandal.

July 2014: Interview in 'The 90s: The Last Great Decade'

In July 2014, Monica Lewinsky was interviewed in a three-part television special for the National Geographic Channel, titled 'The 90s: The Last Great Decade'.

October 2014: Public Stand Against Cyberbullying

In October 2014, Monica Lewinsky took a public stand against cyberbullying, identifying herself as "patient zero" of online harassment and expressing her desire to help other victims of online shaming.

2014: Activism Against Cyberbullying

In 2014, Monica Lewinsky began her activism against cyberbullying, using her past experiences to raise awareness.

March 2015: TED Talk Against Cyberbullying

In March 2015, Lewinsky continued her public advocacy against cyberbullying by delivering a TED talk, calling for a more compassionate Internet.

June 2015: Ambassador for Bystander Revolution

In June 2015, Lewinsky became an ambassador and strategic advisor for the anti-bullying organization Bystander Revolution. Also in June 2015, she gave an anti-cyberbullying speech at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity.

September 2015: Good Morning America Interview

In September 2015, Lewinsky was interviewed on Good Morning America about Bystander Revolution's Month of Action campaign for National Bullying Prevention Month.

October 2017: Foreword to 'Shame Nation'

In October 2017, Lewinsky wrote the foreword to the book "Shame Nation: The Global Epidemic of Online Hate" by Sue Scheff and Melissa Schorr.

August 6, 2019: American Crime Story: Impeachment Announcement

On August 6, 2019, it was announced that the Clinton–Lewinsky scandal would be the focus of the third season of American Crime Story, titled Impeachment, with Lewinsky as a co-producer.

2019: Interview with John Oliver

In 2019, Lewinsky was interviewed by John Oliver on Last Week Tonight, discussing public shaming and the potential impact of social media during the scandal.

October 2020: Impeachment Season Production Begins

In October 2020, production began on the third season of American Crime Story: Impeachment, with Monica Lewinsky as a co-producer.

September 7, 2021: American Crime Story: Impeachment Premieres

On September 7, 2021, the third season of American Crime Story: Impeachment, which focuses on the Clinton–Lewinsky scandal and features Monica Lewinsky as a co-producer, premiered.

October 2021: Executive Producer of '15 Minutes of Shame'

In October 2021, Lewinsky executively produced an HBO documentary called '15 Minutes of Shame', which focuses on public shaming, online shaming, and ostracism.