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Melissa Harris Facts: Bio, Age, Height, Weight, Family, and Net Worth

Last Updated on March 23, 2026: By Josphat G

Melissa Harris is an American journalist and business columnist for Chicago Tribune.

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Best Known For:Confidential
Breakthrough:Became a lead business columnist for the Chicago Tribune in 2009

10 Quick Facts About Melissa Harris

  • Full Name: Melissa Harris
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: Journalist
  • Known For: Confidential
  • Current Role: Business columnist
  • Current Employer: Chicago Tribune
  • Place of Birth: Baltimore, Maryland
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Spouse / Partner: Brian Harris
  • Beats: Business / Economy
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Melissa Harris Age

Melissa Harris's exact age is not publicly confirmed.

Education

Her educational background includes studies at Northwestern University and University of Chicago.

  • Northwestern University
    • Qualification: Bachelor's degree
    • Field of Study: Journalism
  • University of Chicago
    • Qualification: Master of Business Administration (MBA)
    • Field of Study: Business

Career & Work

Melissa Harris' career includes writing and editorial roles with Chicago Tribune.

Organization: Chicago Tribune
Role: Columnist
Period: 2009–2016
Details: Chicago, IL

Rise to Fame

Melissa Harris rose to prominence for her role on Confidential.

Notable Works

  • Work: Confidential (Columnist, 2009-2016) — Chicago Tribune

Melissa Harris Family & Relationships

Melissa Harris is married to Brian Harris.

Lesser Known Facts

  • Founded her own communications firm, M. Harris & Co., after leaving journalism.

Personal Information

  • Full Name: Melissa Harris
  • Gender: Female
  • Occupation: Journalist
  • Nationality: American
  • Living Status: Alive
  • Ethnicity: White

Birth & Background

  • Place of Birth: Baltimore, Maryland

Measurements

  • Hair Color: Brown

Family & Relationships

  • Marital Status: Married
  • Spouse / Partner: Brian Harris

Net Worth & Income

  • Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
  • Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M (Est)
  • Source of Income: Business

Related Biographies

  • Brian Harris (Spouse • Husband)

Online Presence

  • X (Twitter):https://x.com/ChiConfidential

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