George Robert Stephanopoulos was born on February 10, 1961, in Fall River, Massachusetts. He is a renowned American television host, political commentator, and former Democratic advisor. Stephanopoulos currently co-anchors alongside Robin Roberts and Michael Strahan on Good Morning America, and hosts This Week, ABC's Sunday morning current events news program.

Prior to his career in journalism, Stephanopoulos served as an advisor to the Democratic Party. He gained early prominence as a communications director for Bill Clinton's 1992 presidential campaign, later advancing to White House communications director. Eventually, he became a senior advisor for policy and strategy before departing in December 1996.

Stephanopoulos is married to actress Alexandra Wentworth, and together, they share two daughters. His cultural impact extends beyond politics and journalism; he has been referenced in popular culture, including being mentioned as a neighbor of Rachel and Monica in the fourth episode of the first season of Friends, appearances in Suburgatory, American Dad, House of Cards, and seen on the show La casa de empeños, purchasing a book by Ernest Hemingway.