Leonard Pitts Jr. is an American media personality (Journalist and Commentator). He was born in Orange, New Jersey. He is known for his books including Becoming Dad: Black Men and the Journey to Fatherhood and Before I Forget.
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Quick Facts
- Full Name: Leonard Pitts Jr.
- Profession: Media Personality
- Current Employer: Miami Herald
- Current Title: Columnist
- Beats: Lifestyle / Human Interest, Politics / Government
- Specialization: Journalist and Commentator / Analyst
- Age: 68 years old
- Date of Birth: October 11, 1957
- Place of Birth: Orange, New Jersey
- Nationality: American
Leonard Pitts Jr. Age
Leonard Pitts Jr. is 69 years old (estimated). He was born in 1957, but the exact date of birth has not been publicly disclosed.
Leonard Pitts Jr. Height
Leonard Pitts Jr.'s height has not been publicly reported.
Leonard Pitts Jr. Weight
Leonard Pitts Jr.'s weight has not been publicly reported.
Education
He studied at University of Southern California.
- Education 1
- Institution Name: University of Southern California
- Qualification: BA
- Field of Study: English
- Period: 1977
Career & Work
Career Timeline
| Role | Organization |
|---|---|
| Columnist | Miami Herald Jan 1, 1991 – Present |
Rise to Fame
- Won the Pulitzer Prize for Commentary for his columns in the Miami Herald (2004)
Notable Works
Notable works include Before I Forget and Becoming Dad: Black Men and the Journey to Fatherhood.
Books
- Book: Before I Forget (Author, 2009)
- Book: Becoming Dad: Black Men and the Journey to Fatherhood (Author, 1999)
Awards & Achievements
- Pulitzer Prize for Commentary — Pulitzer Board
Leonard Pitts Jr. Salary
Leonard Pitts Jr. 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.
Leonard Pitts Jr. Net Worth
Leonard Pitts Jr.'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.
Leonard Pitts Jr. Family & Relationships
Leonard Pitts Jr. is married to Cynthia Pitts.
Leonard Pitts Jr. Facts
Personal Information
- Full Name: Leonard Pitts Jr.
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Media Personality
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: Black / African
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: October 11, 1957
- Age: 68
- Birthday: October 11
- Zodiac Sign: Libra
- Place of Birth: Orange, New Jersey
Measurements
- Height: Not publicly disclosed
- Weight: Not publicly disclosed
Family & Relationships
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Cynthia Pitts
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
- Cynthia Pitts (Spouse)
Online Presence
- X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/leonardpittsjr