About Carole
About Carole Simpson
Carole Simpson is a trailblazing journalist whose groundbreaking career spans more than four decades in broadcast news. She is best known for her 15-year tenure as anchor of the weekend editions of ABC World News Tonight and for making history in 1992 as the first woman and the first person of color to moderate a presidential debate.
Throughout her career, Simpson achieved a series of historic firsts, including becoming the first African American woman to broadcast radio news in Chicago, anchor a local newscast, serve as a national network correspondent, and anchor a major network newscast. Her work as a correspondent for both NBC News and ABC News earned her numerous prestigious honors, including three Emmy Awards, a Peabody Award, and a DuPont-Columbia Award.
Beyond her reporting, Simpson has been a strong advocate for diversity and equity in journalism. She is a founding member of the International Women’s Media Foundation and established the Carole Simpson Leadership Institute in Nairobi, Kenya, to support African women journalists. She has also received a lifetime achievement award from the National Association of Black Journalists and has been inducted into the New York City Journalism Hall of Fame.
After retiring from ABC News, Simpson continued to mentor future journalists as Distinguished Journalist in Residence at Emerson College. Today, she remains a thoughtful voice on current affairs through her video blogs and continues to inspire new generations with her legacy of courage, leadership, and excellence.
Let's Connect
Whether you’re a reader offering feedback, a publishing professional exploring opportunities, or a member of the media requesting an interview, I’d be glad to hear from you. Your message is important to me.