History of Nicolle Wallace in Timeline

Nicolle Wallace is an American television personality, political commentator, and author best known as the anchor of MSNBC's "Deadline: White House." Previously, she served as a co-host on ABC's "The View" and as a political analyst for MSNBC and NBC News, contributing to programs like "Today" and "Morning Joe." Her career reflects a blend of political communication and media engagement.

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February 4, 1972: Nicolle Wallace's Birth

On February 4, 1972, Nicolle Wallace, née Devenish, was born. She is an American television political commentator and author.

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1990: Graduation from Miramonte High School

In 1990, Nicolle Wallace graduated from Miramonte High School.

1994: Bachelor of Arts from UC Berkeley

In 1994, Nicolle Wallace received a Bachelor of Arts degree in mass communications from the University of California, Berkeley.

1996: Master's Degree from Northwestern University

In 1996, Nicolle Wallace received a master's degree from the Northwestern University Medill School of Journalism.

1999: Press Secretary for Governor Jeb Bush

In 1999, Nicolle Wallace moved to Florida to serve as Governor Jeb Bush's press secretary.

2000: Communications Director for the Florida State Technology Office

In 2000, Nicolle Wallace became the Communications Director for the Florida State Technology Office and worked on the 2000 Florida election recount.

2003: Joins Bush's 2004 Presidential Campaign

In 2003, Nicolle Wallace joined George W. Bush's 2004 presidential campaign as its communications director.

2004: Communications Director for Bush's Re-election Campaign

In 2004, Nicolle Wallace served as the Communications Director for George W. Bush's re-election campaign.

January 5, 2005: Named White House Communications Director

On January 5, 2005, Nicolle Wallace was named White House Communications Director by George W. Bush.

2005: Marriage to Mark Wallace

In 2005, Nicolle Wallace married American businessman, former diplomat, and lawyer Mark Wallace.

July 2006: Leaves White House

In July 2006, Nicolle Wallace left the White House to relocate to New York City, where her husband was representing the Bush administration at the United Nations.

October 2008: Response to McCain-Palin Campaign Dissension

In late October 2008, Nicolle Wallace responded to reports of dissension within the McCain-Palin campaign by stating, "If people want to throw me under the bus, my personal belief is that the most honorable thing to do is to lie there."

2008: Didn't Vote for Presidential Candidate

Eight years after the election, Wallace stated that she did not vote for a presidential candidate in 2008 because Palin gave her "serious pause".

2008: Senior Advisor for John McCain's Presidential Campaign

In 2008, Nicolle Wallace served as a senior advisor for John McCain's presidential campaign.

2010: Publication of 'Eighteen Acres'

In 2010, Nicolle Wallace published her novel "Eighteen Acres", a fictional narrative about three powerful women at the top of their careers.

Eighteen Acres: A Novel

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September 2011: Publication of 'It's Classified'

In September 2011, Nicolle Wallace published her second novel, "It's Classified", a sequel to "Eighteen Acres", about a fictional presidential campaign troubled by a mentally ill vice presidential candidate.

It's Classified: A Novel

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2011: Birth of Son

In 2011, Nicolle Wallace and Mark Wallace had a son.

2012: Portrayal in 'Game Change'

In 2012, Nicolle Wallace was portrayed by Sarah Paulson in the film "Game Change". Wallace described the film as highly credible and said that it captured the spirit and emotion of the campaign.

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February 2013: Support for Same-Sex Marriage

In February 2013, Nicolle Wallace and her husband publicly supported the legalization of same-sex marriage in an amicus curiae brief submitted to the U.S. Supreme Court.

September 3, 2014: Joins 'The View' as Co-Host

On September 3, 2014, ABC announced that Nicolle Wallace would join "The View" as a new co-host.

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September 15, 2014: Debut as Co-Host on 'The View'

On September 15, 2014, Nicolle Wallace made her debut as a co-host on the premiere of the 18th season of "The View".

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April 2015: Publication of 'Madam President'

In April 2015, Nicolle Wallace released her third novel, "Madam President".

Madam President: A Novel

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November 2016: Analyst for MSNBC's Election Coverage

In November 2016, Nicolle Wallace served as an analyst for MSNBC's live coverage of election results.

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May 9, 2017: Anchor of 'Deadline: White House'

Since May 9, 2017, Nicolle Wallace has been the anchor of the afternoon news and opinion program "Deadline: White House" on MSNBC.

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2019: Divorce from Mark Wallace

In 2019, Nicolle Wallace and Mark Wallace divorced.

July 2020: 'Deadline: White House' Viewership

In July 2020, Nicolle Wallace's show "Deadline: White House" garnered a total of 2 million viewers.

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March 2021: Describes Herself as "Self-Loathing Former Republican"

In March 2021, Nicolle Wallace described herself as a "self-loathing former Republican".

April 2022: Marriage to Michael S. Schmidt

In April 2022, Nicolle Wallace married journalist Michael S. Schmidt.

July 3, 2022: Executive Producer of Ukraine Fundraiser

On July 3, 2022, Nicolle Wallace was an executive producer on the MSNBC primetime special "Ukraine: Answering the Call", a fundraiser to support Ukraine.

November 2023: Welcomes Daughter via Surrogate

In November 2023, Nicolle Wallace announced that she and her husband welcomed a daughter via a surrogate.

2024: Scott Baugh's Congressional Candidacy

In 2024, Assemblyman Scott Baugh, for whom Nicolle Wallace worked in California state politics, became a candidate for California's 47th Congressional District.