Tom Jarriel is an American journalist best known for playing Correspondent in 20/20.
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Best Known For:The television show 20/20
Breakthrough:Gained prominent national recognition as ABC News Chief White House Correspondent during the Nixon and Ford in 1969
10 Quick Facts About Tom Jarriel
- Full Name: Tom Jarriel
- Nationality: American
- Profession: News anchor and correspondent
- Known For: The television show 20/20
- Date of Birth: December 29, 1934
- Age: 91 years old
- Place of Birth: Georgia
- Gender: Male
- Specialization: Correspondent and News Anchor / Newscaster
- Beats: Politics / Government and Investigations
Tom Jarriel Age
Tom Jarriel is about 92 years old as of 2026. Tom Jarriel was born in 1934.
Education
He attended University of Houston, where he earned a Bachelor's degree.
- University of Houston
- Qualification: Bachelor's degree
Career & Work
Tom Jarriel's career includes news and reporting roles with ABC News, a news outlet.
Organization: ABC News
Role: Anchor and Correspondent
Period: 1977–2002
Details: New York · Contributed extensively to 20/20.
Organization: ABC News
Role: Chief White House Correspondent
Period: 1969–1977
Rise to Fame
Tom Jarriel rose to prominence for his role on the television show 20/20.
Personal Information
- Full Name: Tom Jarriel
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: News anchor and correspondent
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Deceased
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: December 29, 1934
- Age: 91
- Birthday: December 29
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
- Place of Birth: Georgia
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
