Emily Maitlis is a British journalist and news presenter, best known for her work with the BBC. She gained prominence as the lead anchor of the current affairs program Newsnight, where she conducted high-profile interviews and reported on significant political events. Born on September 6, 1970, in Saskatoon, Canada, Maitlis moved to the UK for her education. She studied at Queen's College, Cambridge, where she earned a degree in history. Over the years, she has received several awards for her journalism, including the Royal Television Society award for her outstanding contributions to news broadcasting.