US political journalist Alice Stewart has died aged 58. The Emmy-award-winning CNN journalist, who was best known for her works on presidential campaigns, died at a home in North Virginia on Saturday. WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: Political commentator Alice Stewart dies at age 58.
Stream the world's best reality, entertainment and true-crime shows free on 7plus Law enforcement told CNN no foul play was suspected and the death was thought to have been a medical incident. Mark Thompson, the network’s CEO, said in an email to staff: “Alice was a very dear friend and colleague to all of us at CNN. “A political veteran and an Emmy Award-winning journalist who brought an incomparable spark to CNN’s coverage, known across our bureaus not only for her political savvy, but for her unwavering kindness.
” “Our hearts are heavy as we mourn such an extraordinary loss.” Stewart’s final Instagram post was a photo from the newsroom with colleagues Wolf Blitzer and Maria Cardonadc, shared the day before she died. “It’s always a sunny day when you can join the great @wolfblitzer on #CNN with @mariacardonadc !” she said.
The three journalists were seen smiling behind the newsdesk. Bitzer has since shared a tribute, uploading the same photo alongside a heartfelt caption. “I’m so sad that my friend and CNN colleague @alicestewartdc has passed away,” he said.
“It was only yesterday when she joined @mariacardonadc and me for her always excellent political analysis. “She was.
