Ginger Zee

Ginger Zee is a prominent figure in broadcast journalism, serving as chief meteorologist and chief climate correspondent at ABC News. A certified broadcast meteorologist with a Bachelor of Science in meteorology from Valparaiso University, Zee began her career at local television and radio stations across the Midwest before joining NBC's WMAQ-Channel 5 in Chicago, where she also contributed to NBC and MSNBC News programs. Zee later joined ABC News, gaining national recognition as a weather anchor for the weekend edition of "Good Morning America" before being promoted to chief meteorologist, becoming the first female chief meteorologist at a major network.

At ABC News, Zee has reported from the front lines of major natural disasters, including hurricanes, wildfires in California, France, and Australia, blizzards, and tornado outbreaks across the United States. Her reporting emphasizes the human stories behind severe weather events, combining scientific analysis with a focus on public safety and climate change. For ABC News Live, she hosts climate specials and a recurring segment titled "Climate A to Zee," and co-hosts the ABC weekend show "Hearts of Heroes," which highlights the work of first responders.

Zee is a New York Times bestselling author of several books, including the memoir "Natural Disaster: I Cover Them, I Am One" and its follow-up, "A Little Closer to Home: How I Found the Calm After the Storm," both of which detail her personal mental health journey. She also authored the "Chasing Helicity" STEM trilogy, encouraging young readers to explore careers in science. Zee has voiced the character Dr. Zephyr Skye in Disney Junior's "Miles from Tomorrowland."

An Emmy and Edward R. Murrow Award-winning journalist, Zee has been inducted into the Weather Hall of Fame, reflecting her influence in broadcast meteorology. She was a finalist on Season 22 of "Dancing with the Stars," where she discussed her experiences with depression, anorexia, and other mental health challenges. Zee is recognized as a mental health advocate and has served as a keynote speaker at events such as Community Alliance's Breaking the Silence conference. Her work spans meteorology, climate reporting, authorship, and public speaking, contributing to ongoing conversations about weather, climate science, and mental health awareness.