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Robert Quinlan Costas Facts: Bio, Age, Height, Weight, Family, and Net Worth

Last Updated on April 7, 2026: By Dominic Newman

Robert Quinlan Costas is an American journalist best known for playing Host in Later with Bob Costas.

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Best Known For:The television program Costas on the Record
Breakthrough:Became the prime-time host for NBC's Olympic coverage in 1992

10 Quick Facts About Robert Quinlan Costas

  • Full Name: Robert Quinlan Costas
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: News anchor and sportscaster
  • Known For: The television program Costas on the Record
  • Current Role: Broadcaster
  • Current Employer: MLB Network
  • Date of Birth: March 22, 1952
  • Age: 74 years old
  • Place of Birth: Queens, New York
  • Marital Status: Married
Bob Costas Photo
Bob Costas Photo

Robert Quinlan Costas Age

Robert Quinlan Costas is about 74 years old as of 2026. Robert Quinlan Costas was born in 1952.

Robert Quinlan Costas Height

Robert Quinlan Costas stands at a height of 5 feet 7 inches. This is approximately 170 cm.

Education

He attended Syracuse University, where he studied Communications.

  • Syracuse University
    • Field of Study: Communications

Career & Work

Robert Quinlan Costas' career includes journalism and broadcasting roles with NBC and NBC Sports.

Organization: NBC
Role: Sports Broadcaster
Period: 1980–2019
Organization: NBC Sports
Role: Host
Period: 1980–2019

Rise to Fame

Robert Quinlan Costas rose to prominence for his role on the television show Later with Bob Costas.

Notable Works

  • TV Show: Later with Bob Costas (Host, 1988-1994)

Awards & Achievements

  • Sports Emmy Awards — NATAS — Outstanding Sports Personality

Robert Quinlan Costas Net Worth

Robert Quinlan Costas's net worth is estimated to be between 50000000. This includes assets, earnings, and accumulated income, with the primary source of income being their career as a media personality.

Robert Quinlan Costas Family & Relationships

Robert Quinlan Costas is married to Jill Sutton. He has 2 children, Keith Costas and Taylor Costas.

  • Father: John Kevin Costas
  • Mother: Jayne Quinlan
  • Children:
    • Keith Costas (1986)
    • Taylor Costas (1989)

Personal Information

  • Full Name: Robert Quinlan Costas
  • Popular As: Bob Costas
  • Gender: Male
  • Occupation: News anchor and sportscaster
  • Nationality: American
  • Living Status: Alive
  • Ethnicity: White

Birth & Background

  • Date of Birth: March 22, 1952
  • Age: 74
  • Birthday: March 22
  • Zodiac Sign: Aries
  • Place of Birth: Queens, New York

Measurements

  • Height: 5 ft 7 in
  • Eye Color: Blue
  • Hair Color: Brown

Family & Relationships

  • Father: John Kevin Costas
  • Mother: Jayne Quinlan
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Spouse / Partner: Jill Sutton

Net Worth & Income

  • Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
  • Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M
  • Source of Income: Employment

Related Biographies

  • Jill Sutton (Spouse • Wife)

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