Alex McLeod(I)

Alex McLeod is best known as the original host of home design hit "Trading Spaces," for which she received a daytime Emmy nomination for her work in the first season. Trading Spaces fans and real estate enthusiasts have tuned in recently to see Alex appear on real estate and wealth shows such as Open House NYC (NBC) and Secret Lifestyles of The Super Rich (CNBC). Since moving to Los Angeles, McLeod performed in situation comedies and national commercials, as well as hosted a variety of reality based programs such as Trading Spaces (TLC), Joe Millionaire 1 (FOX) and Best of Both Worlds (A&E). Prior to reality based TV, Alex was an entertainment correspondent for the irreverent movie review series, "Moviewatch," (Channel Four, UK) and she interviewed celebrities on and off the red carpet for Hollywood 411 (TV Guide Network) and Starz Movie News (Starz-Encore channels). McLeod has guest-hosted on popular morning news/talk shows such as The View (ABC) and Good Day Live (20th Television) and has been profiled in many publications such as Newsweek and Entertainment Weekly. Alex graduated from the University of Texas, with a degree in Speech Communications, and Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts. In addition to being an internationally recognized television personality, Alex is a trained chef, has consulted for leading food companies and even enjoys food competitions on occasion. McLeod is based in Los Angeles and is a member of SAG-AFTRA.