Biography of Elisabeth Hasselbeck

In November 2003, Elisabeth Hasselbeck was selected out of hundreds of contenders to permanently fill a vacant co-host chair on ABC's "The View." Quick to express her conservative views, Mrs. Hasselbeck has proven herself not only a strong young woman, but someone who won't let her voice be compromised, making her the perfect addition to the show.

She was formerly known to television audiences as a participant on the wildly popular second edition of "Survivor: The Australian Outback." While competing in Australia, Mrs. Hasselbeck used her competitive drive and survival skills to outwit her way to the final four.

In August 2004, Mrs. Hasselbeck spoke at the Republican National Convention, where she delivered a heartfelt speech that emphasized her continued effort in support of Breast Cancer prevention and research. In recent years she has worked with the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, Making Memories Foundation, Habitat for Humanity, The Wireless Amber Alert Program Initiative and The World Scholar Athlete Games.

Since taking the coveted seat on "The View," Mrs. Hasselbeck has been the focus of major magazine covers and articles including USA Weekend, Curious Parents, People, TV Guide, Glamour, Us Weekly, Life, Pregnancy and ePregnancy. She has also been a guest on "Late Show with David Letterman Show," "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" and "Good Morning America."

Previously Ms. Hasselbeck exhibited her flair for fashion as host of the Style Network's "The Look for Less," where she helped viewers find designer styles at bargain prices. She has also hosted programs on MTV, and done commercial work for companies like Reebok, Johnson & Johnson and Procter & Gamble. Currently she is the spokesperson for Ultra Bright Beginnings Infant Formula.

A 1999 Fine Arts graduate from Boston College, Mrs. Hasselbeck's focus was on large scale paintings and industrial design. While at B.C. she captained her Division-1 softball team to back-to-back Big East championships. In 1999 she completed the Boston Marathon. She has recently been honored with the Boston College Distinguished Alumni Award.

Prior to her work in television, Mrs. Hasselbeck designed shoes for PUMA, working on their street lifestyle line. She does not stray far from the world of design and and is currently developing a line of childrens' clothing and accessories.

Mrs. Hasselbeck grew up in Providence, Rhode Island, and is the daughter of Kenneth Filarski and Elisabeth DelPadre. She resides in New York City with her husband, Tim Hasselbeck, an NFL quarterback for the New York Giants, and their daughter, Grace. The couple is expecting their second child in November 2007.