Ann Compton is an American media personality (Journalist and Correspondent). She was born in Chicago, Illinois. She is known for ABC News.
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Quick Facts
- Full Name: Ann Compton
- Profession: Media Personality
- Current Employer: ABC News
- Current Title: Retired White House Correspondent
- Beats: Politics / Government
- Specialization: Journalist and Correspondent
- Age: 79 years old
- Date of Birth: January 19, 1947
- Place of Birth: Chicago, Illinois
- Nationality: American
Ann Compton Age
Ann Compton is 79 years old (estimated). She was born in 1947, but the exact date of birth has not been publicly disclosed.
Ann Compton Height
Ann Compton's height has not been publicly reported.
Ann Compton Weight
Ann Compton's weight has not been publicly reported.
Education
She studied at Hollins University.
- Education 1
- Institution Name: Hollins University
- Qualification: Bachelor's degree
Career & Work
Career Timeline
| Role | Organization |
|---|---|
| White House Correspondent | ABC News Jan 1, 1973 – Jan 1, 2014 • Washington, D.C. |
Rise to Fame
- Became the first woman assigned to cover the White House by a television network (1974)
Notable Works
Notable works include ABC News.
TV & Streaming
- TV show: ABC News (Correspondent, 1973–2014)
Awards & Achievements
- Emmy Award — ATASCoverage of September 11 attacks
Ann Compton Salary
Ann Compton receives an estimated annual salary ranging between $45K – $188K. This estimate is based on typical earnings for a Media Personality in their country and may vary depending on seniority, employer, and deals.
Ann Compton Net Worth
Ann Compton's net worth is estimated to be between $375K – $3.8M (Est). This includes assets, earnings, and accumulated income, with the primary source of income being their career as a media personality.
Ann Compton Family & Relationships
Ann Compton is married to Dr. William C. Hughes. She has 4 children, including William Hughes and Richard Hughes.
- Children:
- William Hughes
- Richard Hughes
- Annie Hughes
- Ted Hughes
Lesser Known Facts
- Ann Compton was the only broadcast reporter allowed on Air Force One on September 11, 2001.
Ann Compton Facts
Personal Information
- Full Name: Ann Compton
- Gender: Female
- Occupation: Media Personality
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: White
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: January 19, 1947
- Age: 79
- Birthday: January 19
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
- Place of Birth: Chicago, Illinois
Measurements
- Height: Not publicly disclosed
- Weight: Not publicly disclosed
- Eye Color: Blue
- Hair Color: Blonde
Family & Relationships
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Dr. William C. Hughes
Net Worth & Income
- Primary Income Country: Not publicly disclosed
- Salary: $45K – $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K – $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Employment
Related Biographies
- Dr. William C. Hughes (Spouse • Husband)
Online Presence
- X (Twitter): https://x.com/anncompton
