Curtis began cooking at the Savoy Hotel, in his hometown of Melbourne, Australia, at the age of 18. There, he worked with many European and British chefs who instilled in him the importance of working abroad to build ones experience and skills. On completing his qualifications as a chef, he set off for Europe to experiencelife and the cuisines of... read full bio
She is the quintessential American success story, a best-selling author and a television show host, a tastemaker to the stars and to the everyday housewife and family. She is Paula Deen, a down-home, strong willed mom who overcame personal tragedy, long odds, financial and physical challenges to carve one of the most effective and wide ranging entertainment brands that exists... read full bio
Bob Greene is a qualified personal trainer and exercise physiologist with expertise in weight loss, metabolism, and fitness. He has made appearances on numerous national television shows and frequently appeared as a guest on The Oprah Winfrey Show. He wrote his first book on how to live a healthier lifestyle and how he helped her fight her weight for the... read full bio
As the Chief Medical Editor for the NBC News team, Dr. Snydermans reports have appeared on all platforms of NBC News. She reports on a range of medical topics that affect men and women around the world, she travels the globe reporting from the worlds most troubled areas. Dr. Snyderman was an ABC medical correspondent and contributed to 20/20, Good... read full bio
Sandra Lee is the internationally-acclaimed life-stylist, New York Times bestselling author and CEO of Sandra Lee Semi-Homemade Inc. a multimedia enterprise focusing on quick and easy solutions for everyday living conveyed through television, books, magazines and branded products. She released an inspiring book about her life, Made From Scratch, the true story of how she went from being raised... read full bio
Robin McGraw, wife of best-selling author and television talk show host Dr. Phil McGraw, has made family first her mission. A constant presence on the Dr. Phil show since the very first episode, viewers worldwide have embraced Robin's contributions to the show whether it be discussing her experiences as a mother and wife, or dealing with issues that women... read full bio
Daryl Hannah, an American film actress, is one of the most influential sustainability advocates in the nation today. She has reached millions with her message and has inspired countless individuals to raise their awareness about the natural world and our need to protect it. Daryl Hannah has shared her passion for the environment on numerous television shows such as Jay... read full bio
Geraldo Rivera is an award-winning investigative journalist, author and news producer. Geraldo Rivera has hosted and produced a number of top-rated specials and is the recipient of more than 150 journalistic awards. Geraldo Rivera originally made his mark in a long and distinguished career on ABC News and 20/20 and is the author of the best-selling autobiography, Exposing Myself. Geraldo... read full bio
Laura Schlessinger started a radio show that grew to attract nearly 18 million listeners. Dr. Laura's" went on to sign a contract with XM/Sirius radio, which launched her radio show in January 2011. She is best known for her no-nonsense philosophy of personal responsibility and self-motivation, which has won her millions of fans. Schlessinger is also a best-selling author. Her... read full bio
As a multi-talented person with an Emmy Award-winning talk show host, businessman, motivational speaker, published author, and philanthropist, Montel Williams is well known for his many accomplishments. Williams has made important contributions across a variety of fields over the course of his career, encouraging and enabling others to live happy, fulfilling lives. Williams just debuted a ground-breaking online program that was... read full bio
John Patrick McEnroe is a former World No. 1 professional tennis player from the United States. During his career, John Mcenroe won seven Grand Slam singles titles (three at Wimbledon and four at the US Open), nine Grand Slam men's doubles titles, and one Grand Slam mixed doubles title. John Mcenroe is best remembered for his shot-making artistry and superb... read full bio
In 38 years of service in the United States Army, Wesley K. Clark rose to the rank of four-star general as NATO's Supreme Allied Commander, Europe. Since retiring from the military in 2000, General Wesley Clark has taken on the roles of investment banker, alternative energy leader, author, cable network television military analyst and businessman. In September 2003, General Wesley... read full bio
Sarah Polley is a Canadian actress, singer, Genie Award-winning film director and Academy Award-nominated screenwriter. Sarah Polley has starred in such films as The Sweet Hereafter, Guinevere, Go, The Weight of Water, My Life Without Me, and Terry Gilliam's The Adventures of Baron Munchausen. Sarah Polley has said that her choice of film roles, eschewing mainstream Hollywood movies for chancier,... read full bio
Padma Lakshmi, already known internationally as an actress, model, and award-winning writer, is most recognized as the host of the top-rated TV series Top Chef on Bravo. Lakshmi's three cookbooks, 'Easy Exotic', ‘The Encyclopedia of Spices and Herbs’, and 'Tangy, Tart, Hot and Sweet' encompass her love of international cuisine and desire for easy to follow recipes. Easy Exotic is... read full bio
Sherri Shepherd is a Daytime Emmy® Award-winning actress, comedian, author, and television personality known for her magnetic personality and hilarious sense of humor. In 2009, Sherri made history when the hosts of “The View” won the Daytime Emmy for Outstanding Talk Show Host, of which she was a part. Time magazine also named her and her co-hosts as part of... read full bio
Kathleen Turner is considered one of the premiere American actresses to emerge from the screen in many years, having established herself in a series of distinctive roles in film and theatre. Turner received an Academy Award nomination as Best Actress for her title role in Francis Ford Coppola's Peggy Sue Got Married," a role which also earned her a Golden... read full bio
From his start as first President of eBay, Jeff Skoll has had a track record of launching businesses that result in positive social change. At eBay, Jeff Skoll developed the business plan that the company still follows today, creating entrepreneurial opportunities for individuals around the world. In 1998 Jeff Skoll inspired the company to take an active role in philanthropy,... read full bio
Actress Lorraine Bracco received widespread acclaim from critics and fans alike for her role as psychiatrist Dr. Jennifer Melfi on HBO's classic series, The Sopranos. A versatile actress in both television and film, Bracco was nominated for an Academy Award for her performance as a mobster's wife in Goodfellas. Bracco became a first-time author with the release of her autobiography,... read full bio
Dr. Dean Ornish, M.D., is a well-known physician and the founder and president of the non-profit Preventive Medicine Research Institute. He also teaches clinical medicine at the University of California, San Francisco. Dr. Ornish received his M.D. from Baylor College of Medicine and his clinical residency in medicine from Harvard Medical School. At Massachusetts General Hospital, he also completed an... read full bio
An award-winning investigative reporter and one of the most recognizable faces on American television, Connie Chung has been a powerful force in the news industry for more than 35 years. On the lecture stage she draws on her unique experiences as a working mother and Asian American in addressing the challenges today's women face, advocating diversity in the workplace, and... read full bio
