Mike Valerio is an American journalist best known for playing International Correspondent in CNN International Asia-pacific Reporting.
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Best Known For:CNN International Asia-Pacific Reporting
Breakthrough:Earned a journalism and mass communication degree from The George Washington University
10 Quick Facts About Mike Valerio
- Full Name: Mike Valerio
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Journalist and correspondent
- Known For: CNN International Asia-Pacific Reporting
- Current Role: International correspondent
- Gender: Male
- Specialization: Correspondent, Reporter, and Journalist
- Beats: International / Foreign Affairs and Technology
- Employer Type: TV Network
- Net Worth: $406,000-$5,796,000 (Estimated range)
Mike Valerio Age
Mike Valerio's exact age is not publicly confirmed.
Education
He attended The George Washington University, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Journalism and Mass Communication.
- The George Washington University
- Qualification: Bachelor's degree
- Field of Study: Journalism and Mass Communication
Career & Work
Mike Valerio's career includes news and reporting roles with CNN International and CNN Newsource.
Organization: CNN International
Role: International Correspondent
Period: May 2024–Present
Details: Beijing, China
Organization: CNN Newsource
Role: National Correspondent
Period: Before May 2024
Details: Los Angeles, California
Organization: WUSA-TV
Role: Political and Law Enforcement Reporter
Period: Before joining CNN
Details: Covered presidential politics, election security and federal law enforcement, including the Department of Justice, FBI and ATF.
Rise to Fame
Mike Valerio rose to prominence for his role on CNN International Asia-Pacific Reporting.
Notable Works
Notable media work includes CNN International Asia-Pacific Reporting, South Korea Martial Law Crisis Coverage, and Jeju Air Disaster Coverage.
- Work: CNN International Asia-Pacific Reporting (International Correspondent, 2024-Present) — International television and digital reporting from Asia
- Work: South Korea Martial Law Crisis Coverage (Correspondent, 2024) — CNN reporting on South Korea's political emergency
- Work: Jeju Air Disaster Coverage (Correspondent, 2024) — On-location reporting following the aircraft crash in South Korea
- Work: China Artificial Intelligence Reporting (Correspondent, 2026) — Reporting on Chinese artificial intelligence development and its adoption in everyday life
- Work: CNN Newsource National Reporting (National Correspondent, Before 2024) — National news coverage based in Los Angeles
Notable Coverage
- White House and federal law enforcement – WUSA9 – Reported on the White House, election security and the Department of Justice, including matters involving the FBI, ATF and domestic terrorism
- South Korea martial law crisis – CNN – 2024 – Reported on the political crisis surrounding South Korea's declaration of martial law
- Jeju Air aviation disaster – CNN – 2024 – Reported from South Korea following the December 2024 aviation disaster
- China artificial intelligence development – CNN – 2026 – Reported from Beijing on the development, adoption and cultural influence of artificial intelligence in China
- China film and entertainment market – CNN – 2026 – Examined the Chinese theatrical market and the reception of Hollywood productions
- China and wider Asia-Pacific developments – CNN International – 2026 – Continued reporting from Beijing on political, technological and cultural developments
Awards & Achievements
- Emmy Awards — National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences — Eight Emmy Awards recognizing his broadcast journalism.
Lesser Known Facts
- He is fluent in French and has studied Mandarin.
- CNN appointed him an international correspondent in May 2024.
- He reported on major political and aviation developments in South Korea.
- His international reporting includes the intersection of artificial intelligence and everyday life in China.
- He has reported on the changing popularity of Hollywood films in China.
Personal Information
- Full Name: Mike Valerio
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Journalist and correspondent
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $80,000–$349,000 (Estimated range)
- Net Worth: $406,000–$5,796,000 (Estimated range)
- Source of Income: Broadcast employment and related professional work
