An award-winning journalist, bestselling author, television host, and motivational speaker, Joan Lunden has been a trusted voice in American homes for more than 40 years. For nearly two decades, Lunden greeted viewers on Good Morning America making her the longest running female host ever on early morning television.

As a part of the sandwich generation, Lunden’s demographic is far-reaching. She is a mother of 7 including two sets of teenage twins. Like many Boomers in America, she has juggled being a working mom while caring for an aging parent and brings this experience to her role as an active advocate for seniors.

Lunden continues to be one of America’s most recognized and trusted personalities which has made her a sought-after speaker for events across the country and her newest book, Why Did I Come into This Room: A Candid Conversation About Aging quickly became a New York Times Best Seller.