Brian Ross is an American journalist and chief investigative correspondent for ABC News.
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Best Known For:ABC World News Tonight
Breakthrough:Became a household name as the lead investigative reporter for ABC News in 1994
10 Quick Facts About Brian Ross
- Full Name: Brian Ross
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Media Personality
- Known For: ABC World News Tonight
- Current Role: Chief Investigative Correspondent
- Current Employer:ABC News
- Age: 77 years old
- Date of Birth: October 23, 1948
- Place of Birth: Chicago, Illinois
- Marital Status: Married
Brian Ross Age
Brian Ross is about 78 years old as of 2026. Brian Ross was born in 1948.
Education
He attended University of Iowa, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Journalism.
- University of Iowa
- Qualification: Bachelor's degree
- Field of Study: Journalism
Career & Work
Brian Ross' career includes news and reporting roles with ABC News, a news outlet and NBC News.
Organization: ABC News
Role: Chief Investigative Correspondent
Period: 1994–2018
Organization: ABC News
Role: Chief Investigative Correspondent
Period: 1994–2018
Details: New York
Organization: NBC News
Role: Correspondent
Period: 1974–1994
Details: New York
Rise to Fame
Brian Ross rose to prominence for his role for the podcast The Madoff Tapes.
Notable Works
Notable media work includes The Madoff Tapes.
Podcast
- Podcast: The Madoff Tapes (Host, 2018)
Awards & Achievements
- Peabody Award — Peabody — Excellence in investigative journalism
Brian Ross Family & Relationships
Brian Ross is married to Lucinda Franks.
Personal Information
- Full Name: Brian Ross
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Media Personality
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: White
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: October 23, 1948
- Age: 77
- Birthday: October 23
- Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
- Place of Birth: Chicago, Illinois
Measurements
- Hair Color: Gray
Family & Relationships
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Lucinda Franks
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K – $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K – $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Employment
Related Biographies
- Lucinda Franks (Spouse • Wife)
