Jim Acosta BIO
Jim Acosta is an American prolific journalist working at CNN in Washington, D.C., as a news anchor and head domestic correspondent since April 2007. He anchors CNN Newsroom during the weekend and CNN Max on Thursdays and Fridays at 8 a.m. ET.
How old is Jim Acosta?
Acosta is 53 years old as of 2024, he was born on April 17, 1971, and raised in Northern Virginia, US. He celebrates his birthday on April 17th each year.
Jim Acosta Education/Career
Acosta enrolled at James Madison University and graduated in 1993 with a bachelor’s degree in mass communications and a minor in political science. Before joining the university in 1989, he had graduated from Annandale High School, a public school in Annandale, Virginia United States.
Acosta works at CNN serving as the station news anchor and head domestic correspondent since April 2007. He anchors CNN Newsroom during the weekend and CNN Max on Thursdays and Fridays at 8 a.m. ET. He has served as a correspondent, national political correspondent, and the senior White House correspondent for CNN. Moreover, he has covered top stories such as the Trump administration and the Obama administration. Additionally, he has covered the 2010 midterm elections and the 2012 presidential campaign of Republican nominee Willard Mitt Romney.
Before joining CNN, Acosta worked at CBS News and CBS Newspath serving as the station’s correspondent for more than four years. During his stay at the station, he covered numerous Hurricane Katrina and the Iraq War from Baghdad. In addition, he also covered the campaign for John Kerry, a Democratic presidential candidate.
Prior to joining CBS, Acosta worked at WBBM-TV in Chicago serving as a reporter from June 2000 to September 2001. Similarly, he also worked as a reporter at KTVT-TV in Dallas for two years, and three years at WBIR TV 10. He also worked as a desk assistant at WTTG-TV, an affiliate for FOX. Finally, he began his career in 1994 at WMAL in Washington, D.C.
Jim Acosta’s Height
Acosta has an approximate height of 5 feet, 6 inches.
Who is Jim Acosta’s wife?
Acosta was married to his former wife Sharon Mobley Stow who is a nurse practitioner. The couple married in 1994 right after graduating from James Madison University. After spending more than two decades together, the duo separated in 2017 and their divorce commenced in July 2017 at Charles County District Court. During their stay together, the duo has three adorable children. Acosta remains to be a dedicated father to his children despite his tight schedule.
Who are Jim Acosta’s parents and siblings?
Acosta was born and raised in Northern Virginia, US to his beloved parents Jose Acosta and Maria Acosta. His father served at the U.S. Agency for International Development as a Cuban refugee coordinator and his mother was a certified nurse. Acosta grew up alongside his little sister Angie Acosta who is the only sibling. He often posts old pictures of himself and his sister on his social media platforms, especially Instagram.
Jim Acosta’s kids
Acosta and Sharon are proud parents of three wonderful children, two girls and a son. His son is called Peter, a daughter by the name Hartley, and another daughter whose name remains anonymous.
How Much Does Jim Acosta Earn?
Acosta has an average salary range of between $30,000 and $50,000.
Jim Acosta’s Net Worth
Acosta has an estimated net worth of $1 million to $5 million. His principal source of income is mainly associated with working as a journalist.
Jim Acosta CNN
Acosta works at CNN serving as the station news anchor and head domestic correspondent since April 2007. He anchors CNN Newsroom during the weekend and CNN Max on Thursdays and Fridays at 8 a.m. ET. He has served as a correspondent, national political correspondent, and the senior White House correspondent for CNN. Moreover, he has covered top stories such as the Trump administration and the Obama administration. Additionally, he has covered the 2010 midterm elections and the 2012 presidential campaign of Republican nominee Willard Mitt Romney.
Jim Acosta Divorce
Acosta was married to his former wife Sharon Mobley Stow who is a nurse practitioner. The couple married in 1994 right after graduating from James Madison University. After spending more than two decades together, the duo separated in 2017 and their divorce commenced in July 2017 at Charles County District Court. During their stay together, the duo has three adorable children. Acosta remains to be a dedicated father to his children despite his tight schedule.
However, it’s not clearly known if Acosta has been in another relationship since the divorce. He has not disclosed any information, nevertheless, an update will be made regarding his current love affair.
Jim Acosta’s Social Media Accounts
Acosta has frequently used social media sites, such as Twitter @Acosta with more than 2.2M followers, Instagram jimacosta with more than 236k followers, and Facebook Jim Acosta with more than 5k followers.