Maria Bartiromo and Jeanne Tripplehorn bio

Maria Bartiromo was the first American journalist who broadcast live at the New York Stock Exchange. She is the host of several well-known shows under her belt. She's an experienced broadcaster who has more than a decade of experience in reporting on the economy and business. Her work was essential in making CNBC one among the most well-known channels in this segment. A highly successful journalist, her professional career proves that she was always meant to pursue a career in the field. However, as a young lady Maria was confused as to which career path to choose. One day she thought that she would become an interior designer. Her interest was drawn by the excitement of journalism, and has never looked back. This feisty woman is not only a great journalist, she's also an example to other women who are trying to be successful in a masculine-dominated industry. The award was given to her as one of the 50 Faces That Shaped the Decade she also became the first ever female journalist to be recognized as a member of the Cable Hall of Fame. She is also an author and columnist.

Jeanne Marie Tripplehorn (born Jeanne Marie Tripplehorn) is an American actress who is active in television, film and theater. She has been a professional actor for 27 years. In 1990, she performed her debut on stage in Off-Broadway production in The Big Funk written by John Patrick Shanley. She was then cast for her first role on television, The Perfect Tribute. In 1992 her career was launched when she was cast for a part in the film Basic Instinct. The Firm was the film that made her the main female for the first time and for the only moment. It was a film that featured Tom Cruise, Gene Hackman as well as others. The 90s saw her working alongside some of the top actors in Hollywood, like Gwyneth paltrow and Hugh Grant. She recently played Dr. Alex Blake in the internationally well-known crime procedural Criminal Minds.