Peter Alexander's wife, Alison Starling, had decided to step away from 7News after 20 years in 2023. Know what led to her career-changing decision.
Vetern Journalist, Alison Starling dominated the headlines when she decided to quit 7News after spending nearly two decades on air. Her sudden decision had shocked viewers, since she had become a familiar face at the outlet. Once again, the decision is back in the spotlight, this time after her husband, Peter, announced a major career move: stepping back from his role.
Alison Starling left her role at 7News in 2023 after nearly 20 years at the station. According to WTOP and official station records, she announced her decision to the world and explained that it was due to personal priorities rather than professional reasons. Since Alison had earned a strong reputation for being a trusted face on TV, she felt that it was ideal to leave after reaching a peak in her career. Explaining how her family was the driving force behind her decision, Alison stated:
"I was passionate and still am passionate about covering news in D.C. … But my gut is telling me that I'm never going to get this time back with my kids, and it's time to make a change. So, 20 years felt like a good round number to step away and make it official."
Subsequently, her exit ended her long journey in news anchoring, which began when she first joined the station as a reporter back in the 2000s. For those unaware, Alison Starling and Peter Alexander are parents to two daughters, Emma and Ava. Subsequently, she felt a strong need to be present near her daughters as a mother while they grew up. The former news anchor's decision reflects a common approach among many professionals who choose work-life balance over their long-term career.
Apart from her professional life, Alison Starling's relationship with Peter Alexander has often drawn attention for its unique and long journey. According to reports, they first met in the early 2000s when they worked as reporters at rival stations in Seattle. But they did not develop a relationship immediately. Instead, Peter once shared that Alison used to maintain her distance from him. However, they stayed in touch over the years and eventually reconnected in 2010. He popped the question to her in Paris in 2011, and they tied the knot in 2012 at the Newseum in Washington, D.C.
Alison Starling has established herself as one of the most successful anchors in the past decade. She joined 7News in 2003 and quickly climbed the ranks, beginning to anchor newscasts in 2003. Eventually, she took over the significant 4 p.m and 5 p.m slots. Throughout her career, she earned 7 Emmy Awards for her work covering major events, including the 2011 earthquake, Pope Francis' visit, and the Baltimore riots. Although she has now quit daunting broadcasting, Alison continues to stay active with her new projects, such as a health-focused podcast. When she started her Living Well with Alison podcast in 2024, she said:
"I knew I wanted to still use my skills and my experience... I love the topic... It just felt like a great fit".
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