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Tom Brokaw Facts: Bio, Age, Height, Weight, Family, and Net Worth

Last Updated on March 7, 2026: By Josphat G

Tom Brokaw is an American media personality (News Anchor and Correspondent). He was born in Webster, South Dakota. He is known for NBC Nightly News and The Greatest Generation.

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Quick Facts

  • Full Name: Tom Brokaw
  • Profession: Media Personality
  • Current Employer: NBC News
  • Current Title: Retired News Anchor
  • Current Program: NBC Nightly News
  • Beats: Politics / Government, International / Foreign Affairs
  • Specialization: News Anchor / Newscaster and Correspondent
  • Age: 86 years old
  • Place of Birth: Webster, South Dakota
  • Nationality: American
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Tom Brokaw Age

Tom Brokaw is 86 years old (estimated). He was born in 1940, but the exact date of birth has not been publicly disclosed.

Tom Brokaw Height

Tom Brokaw stands at a height of 6 ft 0 in.

Tom Brokaw Weight

Tom Brokaw's weight has not been publicly reported.

Education

He studied at University of South Dakota.

  • Education 1
    • Institution Name: University of South Dakota
    • Qualification: Bachelor's degree
    • Field of Study: Political Science
    • Period: 1962

Career & Work

Career Timeline

RoleOrganization
Anchor and Managing EditorNBC Nightly News
Jan 1, 1982 – Dec 1, 2004 • New York, NY
HostToday Show
Jan 1, 1976 – Jan 1, 1981

Rise to Fame

  • Appointed main anchor of NBC Nightly News, leading the network's flagship news program for over two decades. (1982)

Notable Works

Notable works include NBC Nightly News and The Greatest Generation.

TV & Streaming

  • TV show: NBC Nightly News (Anchor, 1982–2004) — Longtime anchor

Books

  • Book: The Greatest Generation (Author, 1998) — Best-selling historical book

Tom Brokaw Salary

Tom Brokaw receives an estimated annual salary ranging between $45K – $188K. This estimate is based on typical earnings for a Media Personality in their country and may vary depending on seniority, employer, and deals.

Tom Brokaw Net Worth

Tom Brokaw's net worth is estimated to be between $375K – $3.8M (Est). This includes assets, earnings, and accumulated income, with the primary source of income being their career as a media personality.

Tom Brokaw Family & Relationships

Tom Brokaw is married to Meredith Lynn Auld.

Tom Brokaw Facts

Personal Information

  • Full Name: Tom Brokaw
  • Gender: Male
  • Occupation: Media Personality
  • Nationality: American
  • Living Status: Alive
  • Ethnicity: White

Birth & Background

  • Date of Birth: February 6, 1940
  • Age: 86
  • Birthday: February 6
  • Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
  • Place of Birth: Webster, South Dakota

Measurements

  • Height: 6 ft 0 in
  • Weight: Not publicly disclosed
  • Eye Color: Brown
  • Hair Color: Gray

Family & Relationships

  • Marital Status: Married
  • Spouse / Partner: Meredith Lynn Auld

Net Worth & Income

  • Primary Income Country: Not publicly disclosed
  • Salary: $45K – $188K (Est)
  • Net Worth: $375K – $3.8M (Est)
  • Source of Income: Employment

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