John King Biography
John King is an American news anchor and the chief national correspondent for CNN. He began his journalism career in 1985 with the Associated Press, where he worked for 12 years. In 1997, he joined CNN, reporting from all 50 states and over 70 international locations. King has hosted several programs, including Inside Politics, State of the Union, and John King, USA. Although he stepped back from Inside Politics in 2024, he remains focused on covering presidential elections. King, who disclosed his multiple sclerosis diagnosis in 2021, is well-known for his use of the “Magic Wall” to display and analyze polling and election data.
John King’s age and birthday
King John was born on August 30, 1963, in Boston, Massachusetts, making his zodiac sign Virgo.
John King height and weight
King is 5 feet 10 inches (1.77 meters) tall and weighs about 70 kilograms.
John King educational background
King was born in Boston, Massachusetts, USA. He went to Boston Latin School and obtained a bachelor’s degree in journalism from the University of Rhode Island.
John King’s spouse and children
King has had two marriages. His first marriage was to Jean Makie, with whom he has two children: a son, Noah King, and a daughter, Hannah King. Following his divorce from Jean Makie, King married CNN anchor Dana Bash on May 25, 2008. They have a son, Jonah, born in June 2011. However, the couple separated in March 2012.
John King’s parents and siblings
Unfortunately, King has not yet shared details of his parents. However, he has six siblings, four boys and two girls.
John King’s career
King is an American news anchor and CNN’s chief national correspondent based in Washington, D.C. His career, which began in 1985 as a reporter for the Associated Press, has spanned over three decades. He quickly advanced to become the AP’s chief political correspondent by 1991. In 1997, King joined CNN as the senior White House correspondent, and since 2005, he has served as CNN’s chief national correspondent. Throughout his career, King has reported from all 50 states and over 70 international locations.
King is renowned for hosting programs such as Inside Politics, State of the Union, and John King, USA. He is a regular presence on CNN’s nightly news shows and is particularly known for his use of the Multi-Touch Collaboration Wall, or “Magic Wall,” to present and analyze polling and election data.
John King’s net worth and salary
He has a net worth of $7 million and generates an annual income of $2 million.
