Rocket Woman

CNN anchor Kristie Lu Stout has carved herself a unique path defined by authenticity and a commitment to storytelling. Her career is a testament to the belief that success is a journey, deeply rooted in self-discipline and “radical” self-awareness

By Tara Sobti

“Very early on in my career, I achieved the kind of success that was unimaginable. And I thought, is this it?” reflects Kristie Lu Stout. An award-winning anchor and correspondent for CNN, based in Hong Kong, Lu Stout reports on major news stories, such as US-China relations, AI advancements and the aftermath of extreme climate events in Asia. Her work has been recognised through several nominations for the News and Documentary Emmy Awards and other accolades, including Best News or Current Affairs Presenter at the Asian Academy Creative Awards in 2018. In journalism, she finds fulfilment: not in the glamour of being on camera but in the privilege of storytelling; and she thrives under pressure, believing that a bit of stress actually sharpens the mind. “As journalists, we have this…

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Tatler Hong Kong (Digital) - 1 Issue, January 2025

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