Gail Collins is an American media personality (Journalist and Commentator). She was born in Cincinnati, Ohio. She is known for her books including When Everything Changed: The Amazing Journey of American Women from 1960 to the Present and America's Women: 400 Years of Dolls, Drudges, Helpmates, and Heroines.
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Quick Facts
- Full Name: Gail Collins
- Profession: Media Personality
- Current Employer: The New York Times
- Current Title: Op-Ed Columnist
- Beats: Politics / Government
- Specialization: Journalist, Commentator / Analyst, and Editor
- Age: 80 years old
- Date of Birth: November 25, 1945
- Place of Birth: Cincinnati, Ohio
- Nationality: American
Gail Collins Age
Gail Collins is 81 years old (estimated). She was born in 1945, but the exact date of birth has not been publicly disclosed.
Gail Collins Height
Gail Collins's height has not been publicly reported.
Gail Collins Weight
Gail Collins's weight has not been publicly reported.
Education
She attended institutions including Marquette University and University of Massachusetts Amherst.
- Education 1
- Institution Name: Marquette University
- Qualification: Bachelor's degree
- Field of Study: Journalism
- Education 2
- Institution Name: University of Massachusetts Amherst
- Qualification: Master's degree
- Field of Study: Government
Career & Work
Career Timeline
| Role | Organization |
|---|---|
| Editorial Board Member | The New York Times Jan 1, 1995 – Jan 1, 2001 • New York, NY |
| Editorial Page Editor | The New York Times Jan 1, 2001 – Jan 1, 2007 • New York, NY <p>First woman to hold this position.</p> |
She has worked as Columnist at New York Newsday.
- Columnist at New York Newsday
- Period: 1991–1995
Rise to Fame
- Became the first woman to serve as the Editorial Page Editor for The New York Times (2001)
Notable Works
Notable works include When Everything Changed: The Amazing Journey of American Women from 1960 to the Present and America's Women: 400 Years of Dolls, Drudges, Helpmates, and Heroines.
Books
- Book: When Everything Changed: The Amazing Journey of American Women from 1960 to the Present (Author, 2009)
- Book: America's Women: 400 Years of Dolls, Drudges, Helpmates, and Heroines (Author, 2003)
Gail Collins Salary
Gail Collins 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.
Gail Collins Net Worth
Gail Collins'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.
Gail Collins Family & Relationships
Gail Collins is married to Dan Collins.
Lesser Known Facts
- She founded a news service in Connecticut that covered the state capitol before joining New York newspapers.
Gail Collins Facts
Personal Information
- Full Name: Gail Collins
- Gender: Female
- Occupation: Media Personality
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: White
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: November 25, 1945
- Age: 80
- Birthday: November 25
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
- Place of Birth: Cincinnati, Ohio
Measurements
- Height: Not publicly disclosed
- Weight: Not publicly disclosed
- Hair Color: Gray
Family & Relationships
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Dan Collins
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
- Dan Collins (Spouse • Husband)
Online Presence
- X (Twitter): https://x.com/gailcollins






