Alison Maloni has established herself as a reliable anchor capable of covering hard-hitting news and presenting coherent opinions on critical subjects.
Her charm exudes from her delivery and attention to detail. No wonder Maloni quickly garnered a massive following and also contributed to Newsmax’s ratings.
Alison Maloni did not appear on the morning news for a few episodes on Newsmax, raising speculations about whether the news anchor had left the network. On October 26, 2023, Alison Maloni announced on X that the Wake Up American team is expanding. She further elaborated that she is working on new projects and asked the viewers to tune in on Monday on Newsmax.
Who Is Alison Maloni on Newsmax?
Alison Maloni, born on June 29, 1976, grew up in Springfield, Massachusetts, and graduated from West Springfield High.
Maloni was always inclined towards politics and pursued the field for her higher education. She earned a bachelor’s degree in political science and journalism from the University of Massachusetts Amherst in 1998.
She began her career straight out of college as a TV reporter and a producer at WGGB Massachusetts in June of the same year. There, she was challenged with several crucial stories, which she covered live and created stories until her last in May 2002.
Maloni then moved to Rhode Island for a new experience to add to her roster with a unique opportunity at WPRI-TV. She managed a plethora of news activities involving live reporting, interviews, and anchoring.
Maloni dedicated her early years to news reporting, even if her slot was 5 to 7 a.m. But after a few years of studying the ins and outs of media functioning, Maloni founded her own agency, serving as the CEO for Alison May Public Relations, a business endorser and marketing company.
Besides journalism, Maloni boasts extensive work experience with copywriting, account management, planning company ad campaigns and events, social media managing, and public relations.
Needless to say, Alison Maloni is widely recognized in the industry, winning an Emmy award for her valuable contribution to journalism.
What Happened to Alison Maloni on Newsmax?
Alison Maloni is a beloved morning news anchor who is known to maintain poise and be calm even in the most uncomfortable situations.
In one incident, Rob Finnerty created an embarrassing situation while live with a distasteful April Fool’s prank. Finnerty interrupted Maloni and went on to touch his earpiece, saying that he just received the news that Russia had declared a ceasefire on Ukraine.
A few moments later, he exclaimed that it was just a prank. This did not sit well with the new station and the viewers. However, Maloni did not lose her patience and continued reporting with a smile on her face.
Hence, viewers like Maloni on the morning news. So, when she was not present at the last few tapings, netizens speculated that she might have left or been fired from Newsmax. But Maloni confirmed herself that she is back on with new projects on the network.
Fans poured congratulations and expressed their relief to have Maloni back–
“I am so happy because as you know you are my favorite.. I only watch you,.Krysia, Nan and a few others.. NEWSMAX can’t survive without you..”
“Don’t know why you were excluded today but glad you will be back Monday. Now I don’t have to change channels.”
“Missed you this morning but so happy you are staying on board! I look forward to your new segments.”
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