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Charles Lane Facts: Bio, Age, Height, Weight, Family, and Net Worth

Last Updated on April 7, 2026: By Dominic Newman

Charles Lane is an American journalist best known for playing Contributor in The Washington Post.

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Best Known For:The television show The Washington Post
Breakthrough:Exposed the serial plagiarism and fabrication of Stephen Glass at The New Republic in 1998

10 Quick Facts About Charles Lane

  • Full Name: Charles Lane
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: Journalist
  • Known For: The television show The Washington Post
  • Current Role: Editorial board member
  • Date of Birth: January 1, 1961
  • Age: 65 years old
  • Place of Birth: United States
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Spouse / Partner: Felicia Knight
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Charles Lane Age

Charles Lane is about 65 years old as of 2026. Charles Lane was born in 1961.

Education

He attended Harvard University, where he earned a Bachelor's degree.

  • Harvard University
    • Qualification: Bachelor's degree

Career & Work

Charles Lane's career includes news and reporting roles with The Washington Post and The New Republic.

Organization: The Washington Post
Role: Reporter
Period: 2000–Present
Organization: The New Republic
Role: Editor
Period: 1997–1999

Rise to Fame

Charles Lane rose to prominence for his role on the television show The Washington Post.

Notable Works

  • TV Show: The Washington Post (Contributor)

Charles Lane Family & Relationships

Charles Lane is married to Felicia Knight.

Lesser Known Facts

  • Charles Lane was portrayed by Peter Sarsgaard in the film Shattered Glass.

Personal Information

  • Full Name: Charles Lane
  • Gender: Male
  • Occupation: Journalist
  • Nationality: American
  • Living Status: Alive
  • Ethnicity: White

Birth & Background

  • Date of Birth: January 1, 1961
  • Age: 65
  • Birthday: January 1
  • Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
  • Place of Birth: United States

Measurements

  • Hair Color: Gray

Family & Relationships

  • Marital Status: Married
  • Spouse / Partner: Felicia Knight

Net Worth & Income

  • Salary: $87,000–$380,000 (Estimated range)
  • Net Worth: $421,000–$6,017,000 (Estimated range)
  • Source of Income: Broadcast employment and related professional work

Online Presence

  • X (Twitter):https://twitter.com/chucklane

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