Judith Ann McGrath (born July 2, 1952) is an American television executive.

Early life and education

She is a graduate of Scranton High School in

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and

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Career

In 2004, McGrath was named chairman and chief executive officer of

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, where she was responsible for management of the networks' channels, including

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, VH1,

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, and

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. In 2009, she was named the 62nd most powerful woman in the world by ''

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''. She stepped down from her position on May 5, 2011. In 2013, in partnership with

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, McGrath launched a mobile video startup, Astronauts Wanted: 'No Experience Necessary'. In 2014, McGrath joined the board of directors of

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References

External links

"2004 Global Business Influentials" at CNN.com

''Broadcasting & Cable'' Profile

* 1952 births Living people American television executives Women television executives Cedar Crest College alumni Businesspeople from Scranton, Pennsylvania MTV executives Nickelodeon executives Comedy Central executives {{US-tv-bio-stub