Charlie Cook is an American journalist best known for playing Founder in The Cook Political Report.
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Best Known For:The television program The Cook Political Report
Breakthrough:Founded The Cook Political Report, becoming a premier analyst of American elections in 1984
10 Quick Facts About Charlie Cook
- Full Name: Charlie Cook
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Commentator,analyst
- Known For: The television program The Cook Political Report
- Current Role: Founder
- Date of Birth: November 20, 1953
- Age: 72 years old
- Place of Birth: Shreveport, Louisiana
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Lucy
Charlie Cook Age
Charlie Cook is about 73 years old as of 2026. Charlie Cook was born in 1953.
Education
He attended Georgetown University, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Government.
- Georgetown University
- Qualification: Bachelor's degree
- Field of Study: Government
Career & Work
Charlie Cook's career includes writing and editorial roles with The Cook Political Report.
Organization: The Cook Political Report
Role: Founder and Editor
Period: 1984–Present
Rise to Fame
Charlie Cook rose to prominence for his role on The Cook Political Report.
Notable Works
- Work: The Cook Political Report (Founder, 1984-Present) — Influential non-partisan political analysis newsletter
Charlie Cook Family & Relationships
Charlie Cook is married to Lucy. He has 3 children, including Rebecca and David.
- Children:
- Rebecca
- David
- Jeffrey
Personal Information
- Full Name: Charlie Cook
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Commentator,analyst
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: White
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: November 20, 1953
- Age: 72
- Birthday: November 20
- Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
- Place of Birth: Shreveport, Louisiana
Measurements
- Hair Color: Gray
Family & Relationships
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Lucy
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
Related Biographies
- Lucy Cook (Spouse • Wife)
Online Presence
- X (Twitter):https://x.com/charliecookdc
