Nischelle Turner

Co-Host
Entertainment Tonight

Nischelle Turner is co-host of the eight-time Emmy Award-winning news magazine Entertainment Tonight. Turner is an award-winning journalist, having won nine Emmy Awards with ET, and often lends her voice to entertainment and political news shows, along with joining their coverage on the Grammys, Golden Globes and Oscars. She was previously a contributor for CNN where she is featured in entertainment segments on “CNN Newsroom,” “New Day” and “CNN Tonight.” She also hosts and produces CBS’ summer hit series, “Secret Celebrity Renovation,” which began its third season in August 2023.

As an avid sports fan, Turner’s passion and knowledge came in handy when she joined “Fox NFL Sunday” as a sideline reporter for national football broadcasts in 2007. She has also covered Major League Baseball and Basketball for Fox. In 2009, Turner hosted “Extra on Essence,” an online entertainment show focusing on Hollywood’s most elite stars. Turner also has served as a freelance reporter and host for KNBC.

Turner attended the University of Missouri where she earned a bachelor’s degree in journalism and broadcast news.

Presentation(s):

• Opening General Session​​

  Tuesday, May 20, 2025
  8:20 AM - 9:45 AM PT