Maria Bartiromo and Jeanne Tripplehorn bio

Maria Bartiromo was the first American journalist to live broadcast at the New York Stock Exchange. There are a variety of highly acclaimed shows under her belt. An experienced broadcaster who has more than two decades' experience writing about business and economics, she was instrumental in aiding CNBC to become one of the leading channels in business and the economy. Maria's phenomenally successful journalistic professional career suggests she was meant to be in journalism. Yet as a young woman Maria was confused as to the best career choice. When she first started out, Maria wanted to be a singer. Then she switched to interior design. When she realized the excitement that journalism has to offer, there was no turning back. She's not just an outstanding journalist but an example for women looking to make it in a world that is dominated by males. Named as one of the 50 Faces that Shaped the Decade she also became the first ever female journalist to be recognized as a member of the Cable Hall of Fame. She is also an author as well as a columnist.

Jeanne Marie Tripplehorn (born Jeanne Marie Tripplehorn) is an American actor who works in both film, television and the theater. An accomplished thespian, she has been active professionally from the last 27 years. Her first stage appearance was in 1990, when she performed an Off Broadway production of The Big Funk directed by John Patrick Shanley. A year later she was offered her first television role, The Perfect Tribute. In 1992, she earned her breakthrough by being a part of the movie Basic Instinct as a minor role. The Firm marked her first performance as a leading female actor, playing opposite Tom Cruise and Gene Hackman. The 90s saw her working with many top actors in Hollywood, including Gwyneth paltrow and Hugh Grant. Most recently, she played her character of Alex Blake, Dr. Alex Blake in Criminal Minds.