Kimberly Guilfoyle Sworn In as First Female U.S. Ambassador to Greece

Kimberly Guilfoyle has officially assumed her duties as the United States Ambassador to Greece, becoming the first woman to hold the position.

On Monday at noon Eastern Standard Time, Kimberly Guilfoyle was sworn in as the first female U.S. Ambassador to Greece during a historic ceremony at the U.S. Department of State. The event marked a significant milestone in U.S.–Greece relations, with Guilfoyle officially assuming her duties immediately.

The swearing-in was officiated by Jennifer Wicks, Director of the Office of Presidential Appointments. In attendance were notable figures, including Michael Rigas, Assistant Secretary of State for Management and Resources; Michael Kratsios, former Director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy; Christos Marafatsos, Chairman of Greek Americans for Trump; and Guilfoyle’s son. Several State Department staff members with ties to Greece, including Gray Harker, a former aide to Senator Ted Cruz, were also present.

Marafatsos, described as Guilfoyle’s “sherpa,” has been a key supporter throughout her appointment process. During the ceremony, Guilfoyle expressed her gratitude, stating, “It is the greatest honor of my life to be sworn in today as Ambassador to the Hellenic Republic, surrounded by friends and loved ones here at the State Department. I am proud to serve the President of the United States and the Greek people.”

Officials emphasized that Guilfoyle’s mission will center on strengthening U.S.–Greece relations and fostering strategic cooperation between the two nations. A source close to the ambassador noted that, while Greece is a popular vacation destination, Guilfoyle is eager to begin her diplomatic work.