About
Joan Lunden
Joan Lunden is one of America’s most trusted and beloved broadcasters, best known for her iconic role as the longtime host of Good Morning America, where she inspired millions each morning with her warmth, intelligence, and authenticity.
A trailblazer in journalism, she has reported from around the world, interviewed presidents and global leaders, and brought national attention to critical issues in health, family, and women’s empowerment.
Today, Joan brings that same credibility and connection to the stage as an international keynote speaker. With candid, often humorous stories from her life as a pioneering journalist, working mother, caregiver, and breast cancer survivor, she inspires audiences to face challenges with resilience and lead with purpose. Joan doesn’t just speak—she uplifts and energizes, leaving audiences laughing, thinking, and ready to take action. An award-winning journalist, bestselling author, television host, and motivational speaker, Joan is a true trailblazer who has been a trusted voice in American homes for 50 years. For nearly two decades, Lunden greeted viewers each morning on Good Morning America, making her the longest-running female host ever on early morning television. She has broken barriers, and her resilience, reinvention, and advocacy have inspired millions.
Recognized as an icon in broadcast journalism, Joan continues to be one of America’s most trusted and admired public figures, making her a sought-after speaker at events across the country. As an ardent health and senior advocate, she has testified before the Food and Drug Administration for mandatory mammogram reporting and before the Congressional House Ways and Means Committee in support of expanding the Family and Medical Leave Act. She has also served as a visiting professor at Lehigh University’s College of Health, where she taught Population Health and the Media.
As a member of the sandwich generation, Joan appeals to a wide demographic. She is a mother of seven, including two sets of twins, now in their early twenties. Like many Boomers, she has balanced a demanding career with caregiving for an aging parent, an experience that fuels her passion as an advocate for seniors.
One of the most visible women in America, Lunden has graced the cover of over sixty magazines and eleven book covers.
In June 2014, Lunden was diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer. Ever the optimist, she turned her diagnosis into a mission to help others, becoming a powerful advocate for breast cancer awareness and chronicling her journey in her book, Had I Known: A Memoir of Survival.
Lunden has served as national spokesperson for organizations including the American Heart Association, Mothers Against Drunk Driving, American Lung Association, American Red Cross, American Academy of Pediatrics, and the Colon Cancer Alliance. She continues to connect with audiences daily through her social media platforms and her website, JoanLunden.com.
Joan Lunden is not only a trusted voice, she is an advocate, and an icon who continues to inspire generations with her strength, passion, and purpose.
Joan Lunden’s books include: Life Beyond the Script, Why Did I Come into This Room: A Candid Conversation About Aging / Had I Known: A Memoir of Survival / Chicken Soup for the Soul: Family Caregiving / Growing Up Healthy: Protecting Your Child from Diseases Now Through Adulthood / Wake-Up Calls; Making the Most Out of Every Day / A Bend in the Road is Not the End of the Road; 10 Positive Principles for Dealing with Change / Joan Lunden’s Healthy Living; A practical, inspirational guide to creating balance in your life / Joan Lunden’s Healthy Cooking / and Good Morning, I’m Joan Lunden.
