Robert Ryan is an American journalist and columnist emeritus for Boston Globe.
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Best Known For:The television program Around the Horn
Breakthrough:Became the beat writer for the Boston Celtics during their championship era in 1969
10 Quick Facts About Robert Ryan
- Full Name: Robert Ryan
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Sportscaster
- Known For: The television program Around the Horn
- Current Role: Columnist emeritus
- Current Employer: Boston Globe
- Date of Birth: February 21, 1946
- Age: 80 years old
- Place of Birth: Trenton, New Jersey
- Marital Status: Married
Robert Ryan Age
Robert Ryan is about 80 years old as of 2026. Robert Ryan was born in 1946.
Education
He attended Boston College, where he earned a Bachelor's degree.
- Boston College
- Qualification: Bachelor's degree
- Period: 1964–1968
Career & Work
Robert Ryan's career includes writing and editorial roles with ESPN and The Boston Globe.
Organization: ESPN
Role: Panelist
Period: 2002–Present
Details: Around the Horn
Organization: The Boston Globe
Role: Sports Columnist
Period: 1968–2012
Details: Boston
Organization: The Boston Globe
Role: Sports Writer
Period: 1968–2012
Details: Boston
Rise to Fame
Robert Ryan rose to prominence for his role on the television show Around the Horn.
Notable Works
Notable media work includes Around the Horn and Wait 'Til Next Year.
Television
- TV Show: Around the Horn (Panelist, 2002-Present)
Books
- Book: Wait 'Til Next Year (Author, 1988)
Awards & Achievements
- J. G. Taylor Spink Award — BBWAA — Baseball Writing
Robert Ryan Family & Relationships
Robert Ryan is married to Elaine Ryan.
Personal Information
- Full Name: Robert Ryan
- Popular As: Bob Ryan
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Sportscaster
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: White
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: February 21, 1946
- Age: 80
- Birthday: February 21
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces
- Place of Birth: Trenton, New Jersey
Measurements
- Hair Color: Gray
Family & Relationships
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Elaine Ryan
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Employment
Related Biographies
- Elaine Ryan (Spouse • Wife)
Online Presence
- X (Twitter):https://twitter.com/globebobryan
