Kimberly Guilfoyle has been chosen by Donald Trump as the US ambassador to Greece, reports CBS News, citing official announcements by the president-elect. Kimberly Guilfoyle is a former presenter of Fox News, while for a time she was in a relationship with the eldest son of the new American president, Donald Trump Jr.

“For many years Kimberly has been a close friend and ally,” Trump said in a statement. “Her extensive experience and skills in law, media and politics, combined with her sharp mind, make her eminently qualified to represent the US and safeguard its interests abroad.“.

Guilfoyle’s formal appointment will be needed approval by the plenary session of the Senatenotes CBS News.

After the official announcements by Donald Trump, Guilfoyle he wrote on social media: “It is with great honor that I accept President Trump’s selection to serve as the next Ambassador to Greece and I look forward to winning the support of the US Senate.

President Trump’s historic victory brings hope and optimism to the American people and freedom-loving allies around the world.

It was the democratic values ​​born in Greece that helped shape the founding of America.

And now, we have the opportunity to honor this history by bringing better days here in our country, but also abroad.

As Ambassador, I look forward to implementing Trump’s agenda, supporting our Greek allies, and ushering in a new era of peace and prosperity.”

Who is Kimberly Guilfoyle?

Kimberly Guilfoyle is a 55-year-old former Fox News host who traveled across America in the run-up to the election to raise money for the president-elect’s campaign. He also spoke at the Republican convention last July.

She is a lawyer, and earlier in her career and before turning to television, she served as a district attorney in California. She was married to California Governor Gavin Newsom, with whom she is divorced, and previously dated Donald Trump Jr.

On election night Guilfoyle appeared on stage with the Trump family.