Stephanie Grisham is a prominent American government official best known for serving as the 30th White House Press Secretary under President Donald Trump.
Born in 1977 in Gilbert, Arizona, Stephanie Grisham began her career in public service within her home state. She held roles in the office of Arizona Attorney General Tom Horne and worked closely with the Republican majority in the Arizona House of Representatives. During this time, she gained a reputation as a loyal and effective advocate for the political figures she supported, often assisting in mediation and communication efforts.
Grisham faced personal challenges during her time in Arizona, including arrests for driving under the influence in 2013 and 2015. Despite these setbacks, she continued to build a career in political communication and public affairs.
Before joining the White House, Grisham accumulated years of experience in political communication. She served as press secretary for the Arizona House of Representatives and later played a key role in the Trump for America transition team, serving as director of press in New York during the post-election period. Her work there established her as a committed and dependable advocate for the Trump administration.
In June 2019, Grisham was appointed as the White House Press Secretary and Communications Director, succeeding Sarah Huckabee Sanders. At the time of her appointment, she was already serving as Communications Director for First Lady Melania Trump. Upon taking the new roles, she continued her responsibilities in the East Wing. The First Lady announced the appointment via Twitter, highlighting Grisham’s loyalty and experience within the Trump administration.
Grisham was known for her low public profile compared to her predecessors, rarely giving televised press briefings. Nevertheless, she remained active behind the scenes, often defending the administration through written statements and media appearances. At one point, her salary as a White House official reached $106,000, and she received $135,500 during her tenure with the Trump campaign, according to open financial disclosures.
| Birth Date: | 23 Jul, 1977 |
| Age: | 43 yrs |
| Occupations: | Spokesperson Political adviser |
| Birth Place: | Colorado |
| Education: | Eastmont High School Colorado Mesa University |
| Gender: | Female |
| Description: | White House Press Secretary |