Patrick Joseph Buchanan is an American journalist best known for playing Co-host in Crossfire.
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10 Quick Facts About Patrick Joseph Buchanan
- Full Name: Patrick Joseph Buchanan
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Journalist
- Known For: The television show Crossfire
- Current Role: Author and columnist
- Date of Birth: November 2, 1938
- Age: 87 years old
- Place of Birth: Washington, D.C
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Shelley Ann Scarney

Patrick Joseph Buchanan Age
Patrick Joseph Buchanan is about 88 years old as of 2026. Patrick Joseph Buchanan was born in 1938.
Patrick Joseph Buchanan Height
Patrick Joseph Buchanan stands at a height of 6 feet 0 inches. This is approximately 183 cm.
Education
His educational background includes studies at Georgetown University and Columbia University.
- Georgetown University
- Qualification: Bachelor's degree
- Field of Study: English and Philosophy
- Columbia University
- Qualification: Master's degree
- Field of Study: Journalism
- Period: 1962
Career & Work
Patrick Joseph Buchanan's career includes journalism and broadcasting roles with CNN and White House.
Rise to Fame
Patrick Joseph Buchanan rose to prominence for his role on the television show Crossfire.
Notable Works
Notable media work includes Crossfire and The McLaughlin Group.
- TV Show: Crossfire (Co-host, 1982-1999)
- TV Show: The McLaughlin Group (Panelist)
Patrick Joseph Buchanan Family & Relationships
Patrick Joseph Buchanan is married to Shelley Ann Scarney. He has 1 sibling, Bay Buchanan.
- Father: William Baldwin Buchanan
- Mother: Catherine Elizabeth
- Siblings:
- Bay Buchanan
Lesser Known Facts
- He was a co-founder of The American Conservative magazine.
Personal Information
- Full Name: Patrick Joseph Buchanan
- Popular As: Pat Buchanan
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Journalist
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: White
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: November 2, 1938
- Age: 87
- Birthday: November 2
- Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
- Place of Birth: Washington, D.C
Measurements
- Height: 6 ft 0 in
- Eye Color: Brown
- Hair Color: Gray
Family & Relationships
- Father: William Baldwin Buchanan
- Mother: Catherine Elizabeth
- Siblings: Bay Buchanan
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Shelley Ann Scarney
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Multiple Sources
Related Biographies
- Shelley Ann Scarney (Spouse • Wife)
- Bay Buchanan (Sibling • Sister)
- Richard Nixon (Colleague • White House Advisor)
Online Presence
- X (Twitter):https://x.com/PatBuchanan









