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Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Dana Perino Opens Up About Marriage to Peter McMahon, the Older British Seatmate She Fell For on a 1997 Flight (Exclusive)
Dana Perino was 25 when she got on a flight that would change her life. On Aug. 17, 1997, the future White House press secretary and Fox News host met her now-husband, Peter McMahon, on an airplane from Denver to Chicago. She had just secured a great job on Capitol Hill, and starting a long-distance romance with the older British man sitting beside her wasn't part of the plan. Twenty-eight years later, Perino tells PEOPLE it was one of the best decisions she's ever made. Perino remembers noticing on the plane that McMahon, then 43, wasn't wearing a wedding ring and, shortly after, she heard his 'great accent.' Not to mention, 'he was a handsome guy,' McMahon chimes in. But it was his stories — of international business ventures, a Royal Air Force childhood and all the stamps on his passport — that propelled interesting conversation between the two for the duration of the eastbound flight. 'We had polite conversation at first. I asked him about his book, he asked me how my trip was, but we ended up talking for two and a half hours,' Perino tells PEOPLE, adding, 'We call it love at first flight.' Thus began their long-distance relationship, with its fair share of hurdles. McMahon was based in England, while Perino was building her career in Washington, D.C. Beyond that, Perino was worried about telling her friends and family she'd begun dating a man 18 years her senior, she says. Despite the obstacles, her loved ones widely supported the relationship. Perino's father admitted he thought an older man was just what she needed — 'because I was [always] a little bit in a hurry in my life,' Perino says. Perino had her own doubts at first about getting too serious with McMahon, though. Moving to England just as she began making career moves seemed a daunting decision, and she had never pictured spending her life with an older man. At the time, one of her friends offered her what Perino believes to be the best piece of advice she's ever received: 'Do not pass up the chance to be loved.' It's a guiding sentiment in her new book, I Wish Someone Had Told Me, as that tidbit 'changed the course of my life dramatically,' she says, insisting that relationships shouldn't be seen as distractions for career-oriented people. Perino had been working as the press secretary for a Colorado congressman, and when he announced his retirement in 1998, she took the opportunity to move to England and marry McMahon — a year after they met. Recognizing that the move would be a major adjustment for her, McMahon told his new wife that he would be supportive if she ever changed her mind about living abroad. Perino tells PEOPLE that her relationship became an important foundation to rely on as she navigated some major career moves in the years that followed. In 1999, the couple relocated to San Diego, where she worked in public relations, and after the 9/11 terrorist attacks, she returned to D.C. to do communications in the Bush administration. By 2007, she had risen the ranks to become the nation's second female White House press secretary, serving under President George W. Bush. McMahon — an international businessman — often helped Perino research foreign policy matters, and as a husband he's supported her as she chases her own goals. Around the time she landed the press secretary job, Perino recalls, she needed to bolster her knowledge of the Middle East peace process, so McMahon joined her as she watched documentary after documentary, asking critical questions about the information and adding in bits of his own knowledge. That experience helped Perino prepare to brief the press following Bush's first presidential visit to Israel. The point being, Perino continues, her husband has acted as 'the wizard behind the curtain' in many of her professional endeavors. 'Choosing to be loved is not a career-limiting decision,' Perino tells PEOPLE, adding, 'I truly believe that nothing I have accomplished would have been possible without him. It wouldn't have meant as much.' As the current co-host of two popular programs on Fox News, The Five and America's Newsroom, Perino is no less busy than in her government days. But she and McMahon — now ages 53 and 70, respectively — continue working to carve out moments for one another. 'There's not enough time to do all I want to do," Perino says, "and I really want to do a lot of things with him.' Read the original article on People
Business Mayor
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Mayor
Ticker: Spectrum Launches New National Spanish News Network
Top of the Ticker: Spectrum is taking on CNN en Español, Telemundo, and Noticias Univision with the launch of Spectrum Noticias, its new 24/7 national Spanish-language news network. Anchor Patsi Arias kicks off news coverage each morning, followed by Philip Klint in the afternoons. Maria Rozman will serve as the senior director, news, leading editorial content for the network, which has also established bureaus in Los Angeles, New York City, Florida, and Texas. Spectrum Noticias is available on Spectrum lineups in its 41-state service area. Nationwide Pitch: Fox News is expanding its 'For All America' slogan with a new promo campaign that puts its top personalities—including Sean Hannity, Harris Faulkner, and Bret Baier—in various parts of the country and in different settings, including football games and diners. Fox News— For All America— checkout the new ad and as always, thank YOU for watching @foxnews — Bret Baier (@BretBaier) April 28, 2025 Staying with FNC, Dana Perino was celebrated this week by Fox News Media's ad sales team for the launch of her new book, I Wish Someone Had Told Me. The event featured a Bill Hemmer-moderated discussion with The Five co-host as well as Fox & Friends co-host Ainsley Earhardt and Fox Business correspondent Madison Alworth. Program addition: Newsmax is beefing up the programming offerings on its N2 streaming channel with the launch of National Update. The new weekday news show is anchored by Tracy Sabol, formerly of EWTN. Time for true crime: GMA3 co-anchor Eva Pilgrim is hosting a new true crime podcast from ABC Audio and 20/20 titled What Happened to Holly Bobo. Debuting May 6, the six-episode series explores the case of Holly Bobo, a young nursing student who disappeared from her home in rural Tennessee in 2011.
Fox News
28-04-2025
- Politics
- Fox News
Buckle Up, There's More To Come
As President Trump approaches his 100th day in office, this week's events will highlight the Trump administration's early agenda wins while providing insight into their priorities to come. Republican strategist and co-founder of South and Hill Strategies, Colin Reed, and National Reporter and Columnist for the Washington Examiner, Salena Zito, discuss President Trump's accomplishments, recap his early executive orders, and break down the challenges he'll face going forward. They also highlight the President's fast action on border security and efforts to extend the Trump Tax cuts. I Wish Someone Had Told Me: Colin and Salena note what is on the horizon for President Trump's next 100 days. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit
Yahoo
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Dana Perino shares the advice she wishes she heard years ago in new book 'I Wish Someone Had Told Me'
Fox News Channel's Dana Perino has advice she wants to share, and she's put it in writing. The New York Times bestselling author's latest book, "I Wish Someone Had Told Me: The Best Advice for Building a Great Career and a Meaningful Life," hits stores today and reflects on the guidance Perino wished she'd received earlier in life. Drawing from her own experiences and those of people in her orbit, the book offers a collection of practical advice and personal stories designed to inspire readers at any stage of their journey. Dana Perino's 'I Wish Someone Had Told Me' Aims To Serve As Blueprint For Personal And Professional Success Perino, co-anchor of "America's Newsroom" and co-host of "The Five," brings her signature mentorship style to the page, featuring insights from familiar Fox News colleagues and close friends. "I am friends with people who have incredible stories," Perino said in an interview with "Fox & Friends" Tuesday. Read On The Fox News App "They've changed careers. They've become mothers and fathers. They've retired into next chapters, and they've figured out… that work-life balance that everybody's looking for." Among those featured in the book are "Special Report" anchor Bret Baier, "Jesse Watters Primetime" host Jesse Watters, "Fox & Friends" co-host Ainsley Earhardt, "The Story" anchor Martha MacCallum, and even country music star Dierks Bentley. Short Questions For Dana Perino About Her New Book Perino says what makes these voices stand out is how hard they've worked to get where they are. "One of the things that's a joy about working with the people here who contributed to this book is that a lot of people didn't come from trust funds," she said. "You worked hard, you worked everywhere. I was a country music DJ. I worked overnights during college so that I could get into the TV business. And then I went into politics, and then I was able to come back here and, over time, was given opportunities that are incredible." "I Wish Someone Had Told Me" helps readers tackle relatable challenges, including navigating burnout, managing relationships, and making space for life beyond work, offering wisdom and encouragement for anyone striving to build a life they love. The author told "Fox & Friends" co-host Steve Doocy that the wisdom he offered in the book has already made an impression on "Jesse Watters Primetime" producer Johnny Belisario. "He read it over the weekend, and your piece of advice in the back… is his favorite story in the book," Perino recalled. "It basically is: be nice to everybody." Click Here For The Fox News App "I Wish Someone Had Told Me" is Perino's fourth book, with the previous three becoming New York Times Bestellers. In her past work, she's opened up about her career path, including her time as White House press secretary under President George W. Bush and over a decade with Fox News Channel. Perino is also the founder of Minute Mentoring, a program that connects young women with leaders across industries. "I Wish Someone Had Told Me" is available now at bookstores and major article source: Dana Perino shares the advice she wishes she heard years ago in new book 'I Wish Someone Had Told Me'
Fox News
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Fox News
Dana Perino shares the advice she wishes she heard years ago in new book 'I Wish Someone Had Told Me'
Fox News Channel's Dana Perino has advice she wants to share, and she's put it in writing. The New York Times bestselling author's latest book, "I Wish Someone Had Told Me: The Best Advice for Building a Great Career and a Meaningful Life," hits stores today and reflects on the guidance Perino wished she'd received earlier in life. Drawing from her own experiences and those of people in her orbit, the book offers a collection of practical advice and personal stories designed to inspire readers at any stage of their journey. Perino, co-anchor of "America's Newsroom" and co-host of "The Five," brings her signature mentorship style to the page, featuring insights from familiar Fox News colleagues and close friends. "I am friends with people who have incredible stories," Perino said in an interview with "Fox & Friends" Tuesday. "They've changed careers. They've become mothers and fathers. They've retired into next chapters, and they've figured out… that work-life balance that everybody's looking for." Among those featured in the book are "Special Report" anchor Bret Baier, "Jesse Watters Primetime" host Jesse Watters, "Fox & Friends" co-host Ainsley Earhardt, "The Story" anchor Martha MacCallum, and even country music star Dierks Bentley. Perino says what makes these voices stand out is how hard they've worked to get where they are. "One of the things that's a joy about working with the people here who contributed to this book is that a lot of people didn't come from trust funds," she said. "You worked hard, you worked everywhere. I was a country music DJ. I worked overnights during college so that I could get into the TV business. And then I went into politics, and then I was able to come back here and, over time, was given opportunities that are incredible." "I Wish Someone Had Told Me" helps readers tackle relatable challenges, including navigating burnout, managing relationships, and making space for life beyond work, offering wisdom and encouragement for anyone striving to build a life they love. The author told "Fox & Friends" co-host Steve Doocy that the wisdom he offered in the book has already made an impression on "Jesse Watters Primetime" producer Johnny Belisario. "He read it over the weekend, and your piece of advice in the back… is his favorite story in the book," Perino recalled. "It basically is: be nice to everybody." "I Wish Someone Had Told Me" is Perino's fourth book, with the previous three becoming New York Times Bestellers. In her past work, she's opened up about her career path, including her time as White House press secretary under President George W. Bush and over a decade with Fox News Channel. Perino is also the founder of Minute Mentoring, a program that connects young women with leaders across industries. "I Wish Someone Had Told Me" is available now at bookstores and major retailers.
