Nancy O’Dell is a five-time Emmy Award-winning journalist, host, producer, and entrepreneur, widely recognized as one of the nation’s leading entertainment journalists. She cohosted Entertainment Tonight for nearly a decade and Access Hollywood for 13 years, while also contributing to major programs including The Today Show, Dateline, and CBS This Morning. Beyond television, she leads celebrity interviews for People, The TV Show and serves as the prime celebrity host for Talk Shop Live.

With more than 25 years of experience, O’Dell has become a go-to anchor for high-profile live specials. She has hosted the Grammy and Emmy red carpets, the Golden Globes pre-show for 13 consecutive years, the Critics Choice Awards, and the Tournament of Roses Parade for 18 straight years. Her versatility spans sports and entertainment, from hosting the NFL Kickoff Special to Miss Universe, Miss USA, and the American Country Music Awards. She was also personally chosen by Oprah Winfrey and Mark Burnett to host Your Own Show on OWN.

O’Dell began her career in hard news as a crime reporter, where her investigative work led to policy changes in South Carolina DUI enforcement. Alongside her on-air roles, she has produced series such as Nancy O’Dell Remembers and Fatal Addiction. Beyond her career achievements, she has been honored with multiple awards, including the Genii Award for Excellence in Television, and has made numerous TV and film appearances. A committed philanthropist, she has served as a spokesperson and ambassador for organizations including the Muscular Dystrophy Association, ALS.net, and Best Buddies, continuing to balance her high-profile career with meaningful advocacy.