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Maria Shriver Facts: Bio, Age, Height, Weight, Family, and Net Worth

Last Updated on May 13, 2026: By Mercy Chumba

Maria Shriver is an American journalist and special anchor for NBC News.

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Best Known For:The television program Today
Breakthrough:Became a national news anchor at CBS and NBC, establishing a journalistic career independent of her famous family in 1985

10 Quick Facts About Maria Shriver

  • Full Name: Maria Shriver
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: News anchor and journalist
  • Known For: The television program Today
  • Current Role: Special anchor
  • Current Employer: NBC News
  • Date of Birth: November 6, 1955
  • Age: 71 years old
  • Place of Birth: Chicago, Illinois
  • Marital Status: Divorced
Arnold Schwarzenegger Ex-Wife Maria Shriver Photo
Arnold Schwarzenegger Ex-Wife Maria Shriver Photo

Maria Shriver Age

Maria Shriver is about 71 years old as of 2026. Maria Shriver was born in 1955.

Maria Shriver Height

Maria Shriver stands at a height of 5 feet 5 inches. This is approximately 165 cm.

Education

She attended Georgetown University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in American Studies.

  • Georgetown University
    • Qualification: Bachelor of Arts (BA)
    • Field of Study: American Studies
    • Period: 1977

Career & Work

Maria Shriver's career includes news and reporting roles with NBC News, a news outlet and CBS News.

Organization: NBC News
Role: Special Anchor
Period: 2013–Present
Details: Specializes in women's issues and health topics.
Organization: NBC News
Role: Anchor and Correspondent
Period: 1986–2004
Details: Anchor of Weekend Today and Dateline NBC.
Organization: CBS News
Role: Anchor
Period: 1985–1986

Rise to Fame

Maria Shriver rose to prominence for her role on the television show Dateline NBC.

Notable Works

  • TV Show: Dateline NBC (Anchor, 1992-2004) — Long-running news magazine

Notable Coverage

  • Alzheimer's Research and Advocacy - Various - A primary focus of her later journalism and advocacy

Awards & Achievements

  • Peabody Award — University of Georgia — Reporting on welfare reform
  • Emmy Award — NATAS — The Alzheimer's Project

Maria Shriver Net Worth

Maria Shriver's net worth is estimated to be between $200,000,000. This includes assets, earnings, and accumulated income, with the primary source of income being their career as a media personality.

Maria Shriver Family & Relationships

Maria Shriver is divorced. She has 4 children, including Katherine Schwarzenegger and Christina Schwarzenegger.

  • Father: Sargent Shriver
  • Mother: Eunice Kennedy Shriver
  • Children:
    • Katherine Schwarzenegger (1989)
    • Christina Schwarzenegger (1991)
    • Patrick Schwarzenegger (1993)
    • Christopher Schwarzenegger (1997)

Lesser Known Facts

  • She served as First Lady of California from 2003 to 2011.

Personal Information

  • Full Name: Maria Shriver
  • Gender: Female
  • Occupation: News anchor and journalist
  • Nationality: American
  • Living Status: Alive
  • Ethnicity: White

Birth & Background

  • Date of Birth: November 6, 1955
  • Age: 71
  • Birthday: November 6
  • Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
  • Place of Birth: Chicago, Illinois

Measurements

  • Height: 5 ft 5 in
  • Eye Color: Brown
  • Hair Color: Brown

Family & Relationships

  • Father: Sargent Shriver
  • Mother: Eunice Kennedy Shriver
  • Marital Status: Divorced
  • Spouse / Partner: Arnold Schwarzenegger

Net Worth & Income

  • Salary: $88,000–$384,000 (Estimated range)
  • Net Worth: $200,000,000
  • Source of Income: Broadcast employment and related professional work

Related Biographies

  • Arnold Schwarzenegger (Spouse • Ex-husband)
  • Eunice Kennedy Shriver (Parent • Mother)

Online Presence

  • X (Twitter):https://twitter.com/mariashriver

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