Former CNN Contributor Amy Holmes Joins Glenn Beck’s GBTV

By Alex Weprin on August 9, 2011 11:09 AM  -  Former CNN Contributor Amy Holmes Joins Glenn Beck’s GBTV

Former CNN political contributor Amy Holmes is joining former Fox news host Glenn Beck‘s GBTV as news anchor for The Blaze. Holmes will be tasked with anchoring news and information segments during Beck’s two-hour program from 5p to 7p on GBTV, as well as updates throughout the day.

Holmes contributed to CNN’s political coverage during the 2006 and 2008 elections, and has also contributed to NBC’s “Dateline and “Nightly News,” as well as ABC’s “The View.” She left as a contributor to CNN in 2009.

The hire is a big one for GBTV, which gets to add a familiar face to its programming. On CNN Holmes has also been decidedly independent–albeit often labeled as a conservative–making the hire an interesting one from a political perspective. Holmes was also a regular fill-in for Beck when he was at HLN.

More information in the official announcement, after the jump.

GBTV NAMES AMY HOLMES NEWS ANCHOR FOR THE BLAZE

Former CNN Analyst and National Radio Host Joins Growing Line-up for Glenn’s New Show

Including S.E. Cupp, Brian Sack and Raj Nair

(New York, NY August 9th 2011) GBTV, Glenn Beck’s live streaming video network announced today that former CNN contributor Amy Holmes will be The News Anchor For The Blaze, joining a previously announced line-up for Glenn’s show including S.E. Cupp, Brian Sack and Raj Nair.

In her new role with the network, Holmes will anchor news and information segments during Glenn Beck’s two-hour program from 5p to 7p on GBTV, as well as, news and information updates throughout the day. The Blaze will provide branded content for GBTV. The Blaze recently announced that July was TheBlaze.com’s best traffic month ever with 54 million page views and over 4 million unique visitors.

Holmes previously was a contributor to CNN and co-host of Talk Radio Network’s nationally syndicated “America’s Radio News.” Holmes covered the 2006 and 2008 political seasons for CNN appearing on AC360, Larry King Live, Wolf Blitzer’s Situation Room and CNN’s Election Center primary and election night coverage. Throughout her career, she has interviewed a diverse range of news makers including senators, 2012 presidential candidates, celebrities, authors, and journalists — from Donald Rumsfeld to John Legend to Christopher Hitchens to Michelle Bachmann. She has also guest-hosted ABC’s The View, News Now and WNYC’s The Takeaway with John Hockenberry and has appeared on CBS Early Morning Show and Evening News, NBC Dateline and Nightly News and provided commentary for “E!” channel specials. Holmes, who was named to People Magazine’s 50 most beautiful people list, has written for The Washington Post, National Review and USA Today.

Joel Cheatwood, President of President of Programming for GBTV said: “Amy is the perfect addition to the growing line-up of talent at GBTV. She combines an award-winning experienced pedigree with a fresh and unique approach to the news. We are excited about Amy becoming a key part of Glenn’s new two hour show.”

Amy said: “Being a part of the launch of a major new venture is thrilling — especially one powered by the tremendous energy, creativity, and positive entrepreneurial spirit of Glenn Beck. The Blaze has assembled an impressive team of experienced editors and journalists who I look forward to working alongside to deliver thoughtful and compelling news coverage everyday on GBTV.”

Glenn’s two-hour show debuts on 9/12 and will be broadcast live weekdays from 5 to 7PM ET from a newly-built set designed by Glenn and his team at the iconic NEP Studios in Midtown Manhattan. The show will feature Glenn’s unique fusion of entertainment and enlightenment and will include a wide range of contributors.

Running through the launch of Glenn’s new show on 9/12, the network will feature an exclusive behind-the-scenes reality show about the making of GBTV. GBTV subscribers will also get access to a video simulcast of Glenn’s daily three hour radio program, original documentaries, and in-depth coverage of live events, such as Glenn’s landmark trip to Israel in late August

Glenn announces Any Holmes hire on his radio show and then goes on to talk to Pastor John Hagee

Glenn Beck Setting Up Radio & TV Studio in Dallas

By Chris Ariens on July 11, 2011 2:19 PM

 

Glenn Beck is putting away the polo and pulling out the cowboy hat. After numerous reports — including this one which includes pictures of the home Beck is reportedly renting — Beck confirmed he is moving to Dallas where he will open new radio and television studios.

Chris Balfe, President and COO of Mercury Radio Arts, tells Beck’s site The Blaze, “While Glenn will be spending much of his time there, we will continue to maintain and grow our New York City offices and studios to accommodate the talented staff we have assembled and will continue to assemble here.”

“I can’t wait,” Beck said during his radio show today. Beck announced in April that he’d be leaving the New York area, and later sold his Connecticut home. Two weeks ago, Beck and his family were harassed while watching an outdoor movie in New York City’s Bryant Park.