Alice Stewart, a popular political commentator for CNN, has passed away at the age of 58. She died on May 18, 2024, in Belle View, Virginia, possibly due to a medical emergency. According to CNN, Law enforcement officials said that Stewart’s body was found outside in the Belle View neighborhood in northern Virginia in the early hours of Saturday morning.
Stewart was a prominent Republican strategy analyst and had a distinguished career in political communications, working on the presidential campaigns of Mike Huckabee, Michele Bachmann, Rick Santorum, and Ted Cruz. She also served as a communications director and national press secretary in various roles throughout her career.
Besides her political work, Stewart was an Emmy Award-winning journalist and a fellow at Harvard’s Institute of Politics. She was known for her thoughtful political analysis and was a respected voice on CNN, often participating in discussions on key national issues.
Stewart was born on March 11, 1966, in Atlanta. Her career began in journalism, where she worked as a weekend anchor and reporter for NBC affiliate KARK in Little Rock, Arkansas. Her journalism career also saw her working in Savannah, Georgia, and as an associate producer in Atlanta. She earned an Emmy Award for her exceptional work in journalism, demonstrating her ability to create a connection with the viewers and report on critical issues clearly and professionally.
Transitioning from journalism to politics, Stewart became a force in the Republican political party.. She served as the communications director for several high-profile Republican presidential campaigns, including those of former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee, Minnesota Representative Michele Bachmann, Pennsylvania Senator Rick Santorum, and Texas Senator Ted Cruz. Her strategic insights and ability to create compelling messages was instrumental in these campaigns.
In 2016, Stewart joined CNN as a political commentator, bringing her extensive knowledge of Republican politics and campaign strategy to the newsroom. She quickly took on a big role at CNN, providing analysis and commentary on a wide range of political issues, from election campaigns to policy debates. Her contributions were valued for their depth of understanding and her ability to break down perspectives and strategies of the Republican Party.
In addition to her role on CNN, Stewart co-hosted the nationally syndicated podcast “Hot Mics From Left to Right,” where she held lively discussions with co-hosts from across the political spectrum. Stewart’s expertise extended beyond television and radio. She was a Harvard Fellow at the Institute of Politics at the John F. Kennedy School of Government, where she contributed to academic discussions on political strategy and public policy
Stewart’s sudden death was a major loss to the political and journalistic communities. Colleagues and viewers remember her for her sharp analytical skills, her ability to communicate complex political ideas clearly, and her unwavering commitment to her work. Her career serves as a reminder to the impact that dedicated and talented professionals can have on the political landscape. Her work in journalism and politics left a lasting influence on the way political campaigns are communicated and understood by the public, and she will be remembered as a key figure in American political commentary. A sample of her work can be viewed below.
Rest In Peace
