Richard Quest is a British journalist and anchor/correspondent for CNN.
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Best Known For:The television program Quest Means Business
Breakthrough:Established a unique, high-energy broadcasting style at CNN, becoming one of the most recognizable business journalists
10 Quick Facts About Richard Quest
- Full Name: Richard Quest
- Nationality: British
- Profession: News anchor and journalist
- Known For: The television program Quest Means Business
- Current Role: Anchor/correspondent
- Current Employer: CNN
- Date of Birth: March 9, 1962
- Age: 64 years old
- Place of Birth: Liverpool
- Marital Status: Married
Richard Quest Age
Richard Quest is about 64 years old as of 2026. Richard Quest was born in 1962.
Education
He attended University of Leeds, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Law.
- University of Leeds
- Qualification: Bachelor's degree
- Field of Study: Law
Career & Work
Richard Quest's career includes news and reporting roles with CNN and BBC.
Organization: CNN
Role: Anchor
Period: 2001–Present
Details: New York · Hosts 'Quest Means Business' and serves as International Business Correspondent.
Organization: BBC
Role: Correspondent
Period: 1985–2001
Details: London/New York
Rise to Fame
Richard Quest rose to prominence for his role on the television show Quest Means Business.
Notable Works
Notable media work includes Quest Means Business and The Traveller.
Television
- TV Show: Quest Means Business (Host, 2009-Present) — Flagship CNN business program
Books
- Book: The Traveller (Author, 2016) — Book regarding the MH370 disappearance
Notable Coverage
- Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 - CNN - 2014 - Lead reporter on the disappearance of MH370
Richard Quest Family & Relationships
Richard Quest is married to Chris Linel.
Personal Information
- Full Name: Richard Quest
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: News anchor and journalist
- Nationality: British
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: White
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: March 9, 1962
- Age: 64
- Birthday: March 9
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces
- Place of Birth: Liverpool
Measurements
- Eye Color: Brown
- Hair Color: Gray
Family & Relationships
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Chris Linel
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Employment
Related Biographies
- Chris Linel (Spouse • Husband)
Online Presence
- X (Twitter):https://twitter.com/richardquest
