Cal Thomas is an American journalist and syndicated columnist / political commentator for Tribune Content Agency.
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Best Known For:The television program The Cal Thomas Commentary
Breakthrough:Launched his political op-ed column into nationwide print syndication in 1984
10 Quick Facts About Cal Thomas
- Full Name: Cal Thomas
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Journalist
- Current Role: Syndicated columnist / political commentator
- Current Employer: Tribune Content Agency
- Date of Birth: December 2, 1942
- Age: 83 years old
- Place of Birth: Washington, D.C
- Marital Status: Widowed
- Spouse / Partner: Ray Thomas
Cal Thomas Age
Cal Thomas is about 84 years old as of 2026. Cal Thomas was born in 1942.
Education
He attended American University, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in English.
- American University
- Qualification: Bachelor's degree
- Field of Study: English
Career & Work
Cal Thomas' career includes news and reporting roles with Tribune Content Agency and FOX News Channel, a news outlet.
Organization: Tribune Content Agency
Role: Syndicated Columnist
Period: 1984–Present
Details: United States · Authors one of the most widely syndicated conservative political columns in America.
Organization: FOX News Channel
Role: Political Commentator / Host
Period: 1997–2015
Details: New York, NY · Co-hosted 'FOX News Watch', a weekly media analysis program.
Organization: CNBC
Role: Talk Show Host
Period: 1990s
Details: United States · Hosted a topical evening discussion program on the network.
Organization: NBC News
Role: Reporter
Period: 1960s–1970s
Rise to Fame
Cal Thomas rose to prominence for his role on the television show FOX News Watch.
Notable Works
- TV Show: FOX News Watch (Co-host / Panelist, 1997-2015) — Long-running political media critique forum
Awards & Achievements
- William F. Buckley Jr. Award for Media Excellence — National Review Institute
Personal Information
- Full Name: Cal Thomas
- Popular As: John Calvin Thomas
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Journalist
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: December 2, 1942
- Age: 83
- Birthday: December 2
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
- Place of Birth: Washington, D.C
Measurements
- Hair Color: Gray
Family & Relationships
- Marital Status: Widowed
- Spouse / Partner: Ray Thomas
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Employment
Related Biographies
- Ray Thomas (Spouse • Wife (Deceased))
