Harriette Cole is an American journalist best known for playing Author for the book Jumping the Broom.
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Best Known For:The television program Sense & Sensitivity
Breakthrough:Became the Lifestyle Editor at Essence Magazine, establishing her as an authority on etiquette in 1987
10 Quick Facts About Harriette Cole
- Full Name: Harriette Cole
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Editor,talk show host
- Known For: The television program Sense & Sensitivity
- Current Role: Founder and president
- Date of Birth: January 1, 1961
- Age: 65 years old
- Place of Birth: Baltimore, Maryland
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: George Chinsee
Harriette Cole Age
Harriette Cole is about 65 years old as of 2026. Harriette Cole was born in 1961.
Education
She attended Howard University, where she earned a Bachelor's degree.
- Howard University
- Qualification: Bachelor's degree
Career & Work
Harriette Cole's career includes writing and editorial roles with Ebony Magazine and Essence Magazine.
Organization: Ebony Magazine
Role: Editor-in-Chief
Period: 2007–2010
Details: Chicago
Organization: Essence Magazine
Role: Lifestyle Editor
Period: 1987–1998
Details: New York
Rise to Fame
Harriette Cole rose to prominence for her role for the book Jumping the Broom.
Notable Works
Notable media work includes Jumping the Broom and Choosing Honor.
- Book: Jumping the Broom (Author, 1993)
- Book: Choosing Honor (Author, 2003)
Harriette Cole Family & Relationships
Harriette Cole is married to George Chinsee. She has 1 child, Carrie Chinsee.
- Father: Harry A. Cole
- Children:
- Carrie Chinsee
Lesser Known Facts
- She has served as a creative director and media coach for major celebrities, including Mary J. Blige.
Personal Information
- Full Name: Harriette Cole
- Gender: Female
- Occupation: Editor,talk show host
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: Black / African
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: January 1, 1961
- Age: 65
- Birthday: January 1
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
- Place of Birth: Baltimore, Maryland
Measurements
- Eye Color: Brown
- Hair Color: Black
Family & Relationships
- Father: Harry A. Cole
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: George Chinsee
- Children: Carrie Chinsee
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
- Harry A. Cole (Parent • Father, prominent Maryland judge)
- George Chinsee (Spouse)
Online Presence
- instagram:https://www.instagram.com/harriettecole/
