Lu Parker

Lu Parker, born Frances Louise Parker on April 16, 1968, is an American journalist, animal rights advocate, and motivational speaker. Originally from Anderson, South Carolina, Parker attended the College of Charleston, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English. She later received a Master of Arts in Education from The Citadel. Parker began her career as an English literature teacher at North Charleston and Middleton High Schools before transitioning into television broadcasting. She worked as an education reporter and fill-in anchor for WCSC-TV in Charleston, South Carolina. In addition to her journalism career, Parker is known for being crowned Miss USA 1994. She has been recognized with the Order of the Palmetto, the highest civilian honor in South Carolina.