Lea Gabrielle

Who is Lea Gabrielle?

Lea Gabrielle is an American journalist, former Navy intelligence officer, and ex-fighter pilot. She is best known for her work as a correspondent on Fox News Channel, particularly as a general assignment reporter for Shepard Smith Reporting. Before her journalism career, she served 12 years in the U.S. Navy as a combat aviator and intelligence officer.

Military Background

After graduating from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1997 with a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Gabrielle attended U.S. Navy Flight School, earning her Naval Aviator Wings by 2000. She served as an F/A-18 pilot, and later, a defense foreign liaison officer, demonstrating leadership and bravery in a male-dominated field.

Transition to Journalism

In 2009, she pursued her passion for journalism at the New York Film Academy, earning a certificate in digital journalism. She went on to work at NBC News on Nightly News and The Today Show, and later as a military reporter for NBC 7 in San Diego, covering global news stories like the Malaysian Airlines disappearance.

Fox News Career

Lea joined Fox News Channel in 2013 and became a prominent correspondent. Her military background brought depth and credibility to her reporting on national security and defense-related issues.

Personal Life

Lea was previously married to Greg Sutton, an engineer, from 2004 until their eventual divorce. They had no children. Since then, she has kept her personal life private and appears to be single, focusing on her professional goals.

Quick Facts

• Former fighter pilot and Naval officer
• Fluent in intelligence and aviation reporting
• One of few women to successfully transition from military aviation to national media
• Earned praise for her balanced and informed journalism