GMA’s Creative Force Lara Spencer – Overcoming Past Pain – Now Raising 2 Kids with Husband Rick McVey!
Lara Spencer, born in 1969 in Pennsylvania, is a beloved lifestyle and design expert on Good Morning America (GMA). She joined GMA in 1999 as a reporter, later becoming a contributor and officially a co-anchor in 2011.
Lara stands out for her blend of confidence and approachability, bringing viewers engaging segments on home décor, DIY projects, and creative living. She also hosts Flea Market Flip, a show that celebrates unique design ideas and the art of upcycling.

Off camera, Lara is an author, media entrepreneur, and mother of two. After divorcing her first husband, she remarried in 2018 to Rick McVey, a businessman in the financial industry, continuing to embody the image of a strong, confident, and happy woman.
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Lara is also passionate about philanthropy focused on women and families, and she consistently shares warmth, creativity, and authenticity with audiences every morning on GMA.
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