Jon Keller is a journalist best known for playing Political Analyst, Interviewer and Host in Keller at Large.
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Best Known For:The television program Keller at Large
Breakthrough:Was born in Washington, D.C., and grew up in Cambridge, Massachusetts
10 Quick Facts About Jon Keller
- Full Name: Jon Keller
- Profession: Journalist and host
- Known For: The television program Keller at Large
- Current Role: Political analyst and special contributor
- Current Employer: WBZTV
- Place of Birth: Washington, D.C
- Birth Year: 1956
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Inez
- Beats: Politics / Government
Jon Keller Age
Jon Keller is about 70 years old as of 2026. Jon Keller was born in 1956.
Education
He attended Brandeis University, where he studied History.
- Brandeis University
- Field of Study: History
- Period: Graduated cum laude in 1977
Career & Work
Jon Keller's career includes news and reporting roles with WBZ-TV, a television station and MASSterList.
Organization: WBZ-TV
Role: Political Analyst and Special Contributor
Period: March 2026–Present
Details: Boston, Massachusetts
Organization: MASSterList
Role: Political Columnist
Period: Active in October 2026
Details: Massachusetts · Writes political commentary for the Massachusetts politics newsletter, with bylined articles published during October 2026.
Organization: WBZ-TV
Role: Political Analyst
Period: 2005–October 2025
Details: Boston, Massachusetts · Worked for approximately 20 years providing political analysis, interviews and commentary before being laid off in October 2025.
Organization: WLVI-TV
Role: Political Analyst
Period: 1991–2005
Details: Boston, Massachusetts
Organization: The Boston Globe
Role: Opinion Columnist
Details: Boston, Massachusetts · Contributed opinion columns on public affairs and politics.
Organization: The Boston Phoenix
Role: Chief Political Reporter
Details: Boston, Massachusetts · Covered regional and state politics in print journalism.
Rise to Fame
Jon Keller rose to prominence for his role on the television show Keller at Large.
Notable Works
Notable media work includes WBZ News Political Analysis, Keller at Large, and The Ten O'Clock News.
Television
- TV Show: WBZ News Political Analysis (Political Analyst and Special Contributor, 2005-2025; 2026-Present) — Political reporting and commentary for Boston's CBS television station
- TV Show: Keller at Large (Political Analyst, Interviewer and Host, 1991 onward; resumed March 2026) — Long-running political interview and commentary franchise associated with Boston television
- TV Show: The Ten O'Clock News (Political Analyst, 1991-2005) — WLVI-TV news program featuring Keller's political analysis
- Work: Keller @ Large (Columnist, 2026) — Political commentary appearing through MASSterList
- Work: 2026 Massachusetts Gubernatorial Debate (Moderator, October 2026) — WBZ-TV debate between Maura Healey and Mike Minogue
- Work: 2026 Massachusetts United States Senate Debate (Moderator, October 2026) — WBZ-TV debate involving Ed Markey and John Deaton
Notable Coverage
- Massachusetts gubernatorial debate - WBZ-TV - 2026 - Moderated a debate between incumbent Governor Maura Healey and challenger Mike Minogue in October 2026
- Massachusetts United States Senate debate - WBZ-TV - 2026 - Moderated an October 2026 debate involving Ed Markey and John Deaton
- Massachusetts housing and zoning ballot discussion - WBZ-TV - 2026 - Hosted a discussion of Question 7 and proposed changes to local residential zoning
- Massachusetts political campaigns and elections - WBZ-TV - Has reported and commented on state political campaigns, public policy and elections over several decades
- New England political and social commentary - WBZ-TV - Explores political developments and wider social issues through the Keller at Large franchise
Awards & Achievements
- New England Emmy Awards — National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences — Multiple Emmy Awards for political commentary and television reporting.
- Best TV Political Analyst — Boston Magazine — Twice recognized in the magazine's Best of Boston awards.
Jon Keller Family & Relationships
Jon Keller is married to Inez. He has 2 children, Barney and Jared.
- Children:
- Barney
- Jared
Lesser Known Facts
- Was born in Washington, D.C., but grew up in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
- Returned to WBZ-TV in March 2026 after being laid off in October 2025.
- Enjoys live jazz and soul music, travel and golf.
- Enjoys walking his rescue dog, Ruby.
- Moderated important Massachusetts political debates during the 2026 election cycle.
- Worked in newspapers and magazines before becoming a prominent Boston television political analyst.
Personal Information
- Full Name: Jon Keller
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Journalist and host
- Living Status: Alive
Birth & Background
- Birth Year: 1956
- Place of Birth: Washington, D.C
Family & Relationships
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Inez
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $61,000–$266,000 (Estimated range)
- Net Worth: $364,000–$5,193,000 (Estimated range)
- Source of Income: Broadcast employment and related professional work
Related Biographies
- Inez (Spouse)
- Barney (Child)
- Jared (Child)
