Ann Compton is an American journalist and retired white house correspondent for ABC News.
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Best Known For:The television show ABC News
Breakthrough:Became the first woman assigned to cover the White House by a television network in 1974
10 Quick Facts About Ann Compton
- Full Name: Ann Compton
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Journalist and correspondent
- Known For: The television show ABC News
- Current Role: Retired white house correspondent
- Date of Birth: January 19, 1947
- Age: 79 years old
- Place of Birth: Chicago, Illinois
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Dr. William C. Hughes
Ann Compton Age
Ann Compton is about 79 years old as of 2026. Ann Compton was born in 1947.
Education
She attended Hollins University, where she earned a Bachelor's degree.
- Hollins University
- Qualification: Bachelor's degree
Career & Work
Ann Compton's career includes news and reporting roles with ABC News, a news outlet.
Organization: ABC News
Role: White House Correspondent
Period: 1973–2014
Rise to Fame
Ann Compton rose to prominence for her role on the television show ABC News.
Notable Works
- TV Show: ABC News (Correspondent, 1973-2014)
Awards & Achievements
- Emmy Award — ATAS — Coverage of September 11 attacks
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.
Personal Information
- Full Name: Ann Compton
- Gender: Female
- Occupation: Journalist and correspondent
- 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
- Eye Color: Blue
- Hair Color: Blonde
Family & Relationships
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Dr. William C. Hughes
Net Worth & Income
- 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
