Robert Krulwich is an American journalist and retired host for Wnyc.
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Best Known For:The television program Radiolab
Breakthrough:Began co-hosting the Peabody Award-winning program Radiolab with Jad Abumrad in 2004
10 Quick Facts About Robert Krulwich
- Full Name: Robert Krulwich
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Journalist and correspondent
- Known For: The television program Radiolab
- Current Role: Retired host
- Current Employer: WNYC
- Date of Birth: November 1, 1947
- Age: 78 years old
- Place of Birth: New York City
- Marital Status: Married
Robert Krulwich Age
Robert Krulwich is about 79 years old as of 2026. Robert Krulwich was born in 1947.
Education
His educational background includes studies at Oberlin College and Columbia Law School.
- Oberlin College
- Qualification: Bachelor's degree
- Field of Study: History
- Columbia Law School
- Qualification: Juris Doctor
- Field of Study: Law
Career & Work
Robert Krulwich's career includes news and reporting roles with Radiolab and ABC News, a news outlet.
Organization: Radiolab
Role: Co-host
Period: 2004–2020
Organization: Radiolab
Role: Co-host
Period: 2004–2020
Details: New York, NY · Retired from the show in early 2020.
Organization: ABC News
Role: Correspondent
Period: 1994–2005
Organization: CBS News
Role: Business Correspondent
Period: 1985–1994
Rise to Fame
Robert Krulwich rose to prominence for his role on the radio program Radiolab.
Notable Works
- Radio Program: Radiolab (Co-host, 2004-2020)
Awards & Achievements
- Peabody Award — George Foster Peabody Board — Radiolab
Robert Krulwich Family & Relationships
Robert Krulwich is married to Tamar Lewin.
Personal Information
- Full Name: Robert Krulwich
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Journalist and correspondent
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: White
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: November 1, 1947
- Age: 78
- Birthday: November 1
- Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
- Place of Birth: New York City
Measurements
- Hair Color: Gray
Family & Relationships
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Tamar Lewin
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Employment
Related Biographies
- Jad Abumrad (Colleague • Radiolab co-host)
