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Robert Warren Woodruff Facts: Bio, Age, Height, Weight, Family, and Net Worth

Last Updated on March 26, 2026: By Abraham DR

Robert Warren Woodruff is an American media personality (News Anchor and Correspondent). He was born in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. He is known for his books including In an Instant.

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Quick Facts

  • Full Name: Robert Warren Woodruff
  • Profession: Media Personality
  • Current Employer: ABC News
  • Current Title: ABC News Correspondent
  • Current Program: ABC World News Tonight
  • Beats: International / Foreign Affairs, Politics / Government
  • Specialization: News Anchor / Newscaster and Correspondent
  • Age: 64 years old
  • Place of Birth: Bloomfield Hills, Michigan
  • Nationality: American
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Robert Warren Woodruff Age

Robert Warren Woodruff is 65 years old (estimated). He was born in 1961, but the exact date of birth has not been publicly disclosed.

Robert Warren Woodruff Height

Robert Warren Woodruff's height has not been publicly reported.

Robert Warren Woodruff Weight

Robert Warren Woodruff's weight has not been publicly reported.

Education

He attended institutions including Colgate University and University of Michigan Law School.

  • Education 1
    • Institution Name: Colgate University
    • Qualification: BA
    • Period: 1983
  • Education 2
    • Institution Name: University of Michigan Law School
    • Qualification: JD
    • Field of Study: Law
    • Period: 1987

Career & Work

Career Timeline

RoleOrganization
Correspondent/AnchorABC News
Jan 1, 1996 – Present

He has worked as Co-anchor of World News Tonight at ABC News.

  • Co-anchor of World News Tonight at ABC News
    • Period: 2005-2006

Rise to Fame

  • Named co-anchor of ABC World News Tonight following the death of Peter Jennings (2005)

Notable Works

Notable works include In an Instant.

Books

  • Book: In an Instant (Co-author, 2007) — Memoir about recovery from brain injury

Notable Coverage

  • Iraq War Reporting — ABC News — 2006 — <p>Injured by a roadside bomb while embedded with Iraqi troops</p>

Awards & Achievements

  • Peabody Award — University of Georgia
    Reporting on Traumatic Brain Injury

Robert Warren Woodruff Salary

Robert Warren Woodruff 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.

Robert Warren Woodruff Net Worth

Robert Warren Woodruff'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.

Robert Warren Woodruff Family & Relationships

Robert Warren Woodruff is married to Lee Woodruff. He has 4 children, including Macklin Woodruff and Cathryn Woodruff.

  • Father: Robert Woodruff
  • Mother: Frances Woodruff
  • Children:
    • Macklin Woodruff (1991)
    • Cathryn Woodruff (1993)
    • Claire Woodruff (2000)
    • Nora Woodruff (2000)

Lesser Known Facts

  • Before becoming a journalist, he practiced law for several years at a major firm.

Robert Warren Woodruff Facts

Personal Information

  • Full Name: Robert Warren Woodruff
  • Popular As: Bob Woodruff
  • Gender: Male
  • Occupation: Media Personality
  • Nationality: American
  • Living Status: Alive
  • Ethnicity: White

Birth & Background

  • Date of Birth: August 18, 1961
  • Age: 64
  • Birthday: August 18
  • Zodiac Sign: Leo
  • Place of Birth: Bloomfield Hills, Michigan

Measurements

  • Height: Not publicly disclosed
  • Weight: Not publicly disclosed
  • Hair Color: Brown

Family & Relationships

  • Father: Robert Woodruff
  • Mother: Frances Woodruff
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Spouse / Partner: Lee Woodruff

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

  • Lee Woodruff (Spouse • Wife and co-author)

Online Presence

  • X (Twitter): https://x.com/bobwoodruff

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