Abby Phillip has made a career out of doing exactly that.
You have to recognize that those low moments are just part of the same journey."
“It was definitely challenging,” Phillip added.
She acclimated over time and excelled in school, developing an interest in politics at an early age.
And the math and the science, it just wasn’t my strong suit."
“Growing up, I didn’t know any journalists.
It seemed like something other people did,” she told theWashingtonianin February 2021.
In November 2021, Phillip spoke at the University of Rhode Island’sChristiane Amanpour Lecture.
“None of us are without our biases and our perspectives.”
Phillip said, “It’s a lifestyle choice to be in the public eye in that way.
In speaking withEllein March 2024, the reporter explained, “When I first got to CNN …
I wasn’t convinced that this was the role for me.
I didn’t like being on TV.
I mean, honestly, I still don’t.”
“I don’t have this natural desire to be seen,” she said.
The couple had been dating since 2011 after meeting at a mutual friend’s party.
Five years later, while celebrating Christmas surrounded by family, Richardson popped the question.
In September 2018, in speaking withMartha Stewart Weddings, Phillip and her husband reflected on their beautiful ceremony.
“I was floored.
Abby was glowing perfection, and I was speechless.
Similarly, Phillip was thrilled to be starting their lives together as a married couple.
I was so happy but not at all nervous about the act of actually getting married.
I was very ready for that part,” the reporter explained.
I’m so excited about the challenge, and I can’t wait to dive into this topic!”
Originally, the book was slated to be released in 2022, but the year came and went.
It’s unclear whether Phillip’s project is still in the works.
“Could not be more proud to be joining this incredible CNN franchise,” Philliptweetedat the time.
“People really want to be informed.
They don’t just want to be riled up and made to feel outraged.
Phillip appeared alongside other major players like Doja Cat, athlete Sydney McLaughlin, and activist Amanda Gorman.
She also received the National Urban League’s Women of Power Award that same year.
“Objectivity is also about honesty and leveling with your audience,” she said.
I don’t want motherhood to change me too much,” she explained.
After hosting the show for over two years, CNN announced a change in its programming lineup.
The host had been interested in the correspondent’s thoughts as she was watching the debate unfold.
