Who is George Stephanopoulos? | George Stephanopoulos Biography and Wiki

George Robert Stephanopoulos is an American tv host, political commentator, and former Democratic advisor. He was born and brought up in Massachusetts, the U.S. Currently he is the chief anchor and political correspondent on ABC News as well as a coanchor with Robin Roberts on Good Morning America, and host of ABC’s Sunday morning current events news program, This Week. Moreover, he also serves as a regular fill-in anchor on ABC World News Tonight.

Earlier, before his career as a journalist, Stephanopoulos served as an advisor to the Democratic Party. He rose to become the communications director for the 1992 presidential campaign of Bill Clinton and subsequently became communications director of the White House. He also served as a senior advisor for policy and strategy, prior to his departure in December 1996.

Unfortunately, his wife, Ali Wentworth tested positive to COVID-19 on Wednesday, 1st March 2020; thus he had to work at home even though the rest of the family i.e her two daughters, Harper Andrea Stephanopoulos and Elliot Anastacia Stephanopoulos have not confirmed contracting the Virus.

George Stephanopoulos also came out to announce that he had tested positive for COVID-19 on 13th April 2020, just two weeks after his wife who is now recovering tested positive. He announced his coronavirus diagnosis on the morning news show Monday. He said he has no symptoms.”I’ve never had a fever, never had chills, never had a headache, never had a cough, never had shortness of breath,” he said on “GMA.” “I’m feeling great.”

George Stephanopoulos Age and Birthday

Stephanopoulos is 59 years as of 2020. He was born on February 10, 1961, in Fall River, Massachusetts, the U.S. He celebrates his birthday on February 10th every year.

George Stephanopoulos Height and Weight

Stephanopoulos may not be as tall as most celebrities but he sure stands out in his career field. Compared to his Co-host Robin and Michael Strahan, who are 5 feet 10 inches and 6 feet 5 inches respectively. George’s height is 5 feet 5 inches.

Sometime back while interviewing president Donald Trump, Who is 6′ 3, the president pointed the height difference which led to a free flow of outrage on social media, because the President referred to Stephanopoulos as “a little wise guy”. The social media world seemed greatly bothered by the height issue raised than the topic of the conversation.  Well, at least his wife Ali Wentworth is not complaining, The two are just perfect for each other. His wife is 5 feet 6 inches.

He attended Orange State Highschool and from there, Stephanopoulos received a bachelor of arts degree in political science summa cum laude from Columbia University in 1982. While at Columbia, he was elected to Phi Beta Kappa in his junior year, he was awarded a Harry S. Truman Scholarship and was a sports broadcaster for the university’s radio station, WKCR-FM.

Stephanopoulos admitted that his dad wanted him to either be a lawyer or a priest. Convincing his father that he would finally attend law school, George took up a job in Washington, D.C. as an advisor to Democratic Congressman Ed Feighan of Ohio.

Stephanopoulos decided to attend Balliol College at Oxford University in England as a Rhodes Scholar and received a Master of Arts of Theology of 1984. He notes that he spent a large part of his life trying to ground his political leanings in the broader philosophies that he learned in college.

George Stephanopoulos Family | Parents

The ABC News anchor was born to parents; Nickolitsa “Nikki” Gloria and Robert George Stephanopoulos. His parents are of Greek descent. His dad is a Greek Orthodox priest and dean emeritus of the Archdiocesan Cathedral of the Holy Trinity in New York City.

On the other hand,  his mother was the director of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America National News Service. In his youth, he became a follower of the Greek Orthodox faith, and even at some point considered becoming a priest.

George Stephanopoulos Wife | Married

Stephanopoulos is a happily married man. he is married to actress and comedian Ali Wentworth. The couple tied the knot in 2001, at the Archdiocesan Cathedral of the Holy Trinity in New York. They have been blessed with two daughters namely, Elliott Anastasia Stephanopoulos and Harper Andrea Stephanopoulos. The family lives in Manhattan.

George Stephanopoulos Wife, Ali Wentworth

Alexandra Elliott Wentworth famously known as Ali Wentworth, is an American actress, comedian, author, and producer. She is well known for appearing in movies such as  Jerry Maguire, Office Space, and It’s Complicated. 

George Stephanopoulos Age, Ali Wentworth Age

Ali Wentworth is 55 years as of 2020. She was born on January 12, 1965, Washington, D.C., the U.S. she celebrates her birthday on January 12th every year.

George Stephanopoulos Wife COVID-19, Ali Wentworth Corona Virus

In the wake of 1st March, on Wednesday, Ali Wentworth confirmed through her social media that she had tested positive to Corona Virus. revealing that she’s “never been sicker.” The post read;

“I have tested positive for the Corona Virus. I’ve never been sicker. High fever. Horrific body aches. Heavy chest. I’m quarantined from my family.” She also shared a picture of herself lying in bed while sick, terming her battle with coronavirus as “pure misery.”

Earlier Wednesday, her husband Stephanopoulos revealed on “Good Morning America” that he would broadcast from home after Wentworth “developed some symptoms” consistent with COVID-19, however, he didn’t confirm whether he had the virus or not.

George Stephanopoulos Wife and Daughters| Ali Wentworth Children

Stephanopoulos and his wife have been blessed with two adorable daughters namely, Elliott Anastasia Stephanopoulos and Harper Andrea Stephanopoulos. However, they have kept the personal lives of their children so private that nothing is known about them aside from their names only.

George Stephanopoulos Facts and Body Measurements

Here are some interesting facts you don’t want to miss about George Stephanopoulos

• Full Name: George Robert Stephanopoulos
• Age/ How Old?: 59 years as of 2019
• Date of Birth: February 10, 1961
• Place of Birth: Fall River, Massachusetts, the U.S
• Education‎: Graduate, Masters Degree
• Birthday: February 10th
• Nationality: American
• Father’s Name: Robert George Stephanopoulos
• Mother’s Name: Nickolitsa “Nikki” Gloria
• Siblings: Updating
• Married?: Married to Ali Wentworth
• Children/ Kids: Two daughters, Elliott Anastasia Stephanopoulos and Harper Andrea Stephanopoulos.
• Height/ How tall?: 5 feet 5 inches
• Weight: Updating
• Profession: television host, liberal political commentator, and political advisor
• Net worth:$35 million

George Stephanopoulos Politics

Previously, before getting into journalism, Stephanopoulos was very much involved in politics. In 1988, he worked on the frontline in the Michael Dukakis 1988 U.S. presidential campaign. He also became the “floor man” for Dick Gephardt, U.S. House of Representatives Majority Leader. In 1992 he joined Clinton’s campaign team along with David Wilhelm and James Carville. he also got to serve as the de facto press secretary, briefing the press even though he wasn’t the official press secretary.

From here he went on to begin his career in journalism, working as a political analyst for ABC News and served as a correspondent on This Week, ABC’s Sunday morning public affairs program; World News Tonight, the evening news broadcast; Good Morning America, the morning news program; along with other various special broadcasts.

George Stephanopoulos This Week

Stephanopoulos became the host of This Week in September 2002. he rose ranks to be named   “Chief Washington Correspondent” in December 2005. The program’s title added the new host’s name. When named to the position, Stephanopoulos was a relative newcomer to the show, seizing longtime panelists and short-term co-hosts Sam Donaldson and Cokie Roberts who, for a few years, briefly replaced the longtime first host, David Brinkley.

Fareed Zakaria was a weekly panelist in the first two years of Stephanopoulos’ tenure, expanding the show with his perspective on the world and Middle Eastern issues. He was the co-moderator of debate among Mitt Romney, Ron Paul, and Rick Santorum on January 7, 2012.

After Diane Sawyer’s departure from World News at the end of August 2014, Stephanopoulos was promoted to be the Chief Anchor at ABC News while retaining his current roles on GMA and This Week. Stephanopoulos now serves as the lead anchor for coverage of breaking news and major special events.

George Stephanopoulos Salary

ABC news anchor salaries range from an average of $33,774 to $112,519 a year. However, these figures may vary substantially according to the level of seniority of the employee in question. At the moment, we do not have the exact salary but reports record that Stephanopoulos earns 15 million dollars a year however we are reviewing these figures in order to know the actual amount he earns and we’ll keep tabs and update once it is available.

George Stephanopoulos Net Worth

Previous records show that the estimated net worth of Stephanopoulos is $35 million. However, as these figures have kept on increasing over the years. We are undertaking a review and we will update this section once the details are available.

Frequently Asked Questions About George Stephanopoulos

Who is George Stephanopoulos?

George Robert Stephanopoulos is an American tv host, political commentator, and former Democratic advisor. He was born and brought up in Massachusetts, the U.S. Currently he is the chief anchor and political correspondent on ABC News as well as a coanchor with Robin Roberts on Good Morning America, and host of ABC’s Sunday morning current events news program, This Week.

How old is George Stephanopoulos?

Stephanopoulos is 59 years as of 2020. He was born on February 10, 1961, in Fall River, Massachusetts, the U.S.

What ethnicity is George Stephanopoulos?

Stephanopoulos is an American national of Greek Descent. Both his parents are of Greek descent. His dad is a Greek Orthodox priest and dean emeritus of the Archdiocesan Cathedral of the Holy Trinity in New York City.

How tall is George Stephanopoulos?

He stands at a height of 5 feet 5 inches tall.

What is George Stephanopoulos’s education?

He attended Orange State Highschool and from there, Stephanopoulos received a bachelor of arts degree in political science summa cum laude from Columbia University in 1982. Stephanopoulos decided to attend Balliol College at Oxford University in England as a Rhodes Scholar and received a Master of Arts of Theology of 1984.

Who is George Stephanopoulos married to?

Stephanopoulos is a happily married man. he is married to actress and comedian Ali Wentworth. The couple tied the knot in 2001, at the Archdiocesan Cathedral of the Holy Trinity in New York. They have been blessed with two daughters namely, Elliott Anastasia Stephanopoulos and Harper Andrea Stephanopoulos.

How much is George Stephanopoulos worth?

He has an approximate net worth of $35 million. This amount has been accrued from his career in the media industry.

How much money does George Stephanopoulos make?

Per our average wage estimates for a journalist in the United States, he receives annual salary of 15 million dollars.

Where Is This Week with George Stephanopoulos?

This Week, originally titled This Week with David Brinkley and currently known as This Week with George Stephanopoulos, is an American Sunday morning political affairs program airing on the ABC television network.

Is George Stephanopoulos Republican or Democrat?

Stephanopoulos currently serves as the chief anchor and political correspondent on ABC News, and a coanchor with Robin Roberts on Good Morning America, and host of This Week, ABC’s Sunday morning current events news program. Previously, before his career as a journalist, he worked as an advisor to the Democratic Party.

Is Stephanopoulos infected with Corona Virus?

His wife Ali Wentworth confirmed that she had tested positive to COVID-19. This made Stephanopoulos announce that he would be working from home. However, he has not come out to announce any news of him contracting the virus.

Where is Stephanopoulos Now?

He is pursuing his career in journalism. He is working at ABC as the chief anchor,  political correspondent on ABC News as well as a coanchor with Robin Roberts on Good Morning America, and host of ABC’s Sunday morning current events news program, This Week.

George Stephanopoulos Twitter

Scientists still have a way to go to develop a vaccine for the novel coronavirus, according to Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases.

"We are at least a year away," he told @ABC News' @GStephanopoulos. https://t.co/6LHUvJt3aZ pic.twitter.com/NkFAl4Y9Ub

— ABC News (@ABC) March 3, 2020

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Talking through the latest numbers out of #iacaucus with Matt Dowd. Follow all of our coverage tonight on @abcnews

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