Jake Hamilton Biography
Jake Hamilton is an American Emmy-winning entertainment reporter, former film critic and documentary producer currently working for Fox 32 in Chicago. He is a reporter for Good Day Chicago weekdays from 4:30 am to 10 am on FOX 32 and a member of the Broadcast Film Critics Association.
Formerly a teen film critic for the Houston Chronicle and the Houston PBS talk show The After Party, he hosts the Jake’s Take movie review segment, produced by KRV, a Fox affiliate in Houston.
Jake began his career as a film critic at the age of 14. In 2002, he wrote for the Houston Chronicles while still attending Seabrook Intermediate School. In his writing, Hamilton was criticized for his inclusion of R-rated films on his “Top 10 Films of the Year” list. Upon joining Clear Lake High School, he continued writing for the Houston Chronicles until 2006, when he graduated.
In 2006, Jake was 18 years old when he was hired as a film critic for the late-night talk show The After Party, hosted by Emie Manouse. The show received positive reviews from critics and fans and was soon nominated for an Emmy for “Outstanding Entertainment/Variety Program” in its first season. The show spans over 50 episodes, ending on November 15, 2006.
After After The Party ended, Ernie Manouse brought in Jake to help produce the HoustonPBS documentary The Last 24. When the documentary aired in August 2007, it was met with critical acclaim. The documentary earned Hamilton an Emmy nomination in September 2008.
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Furthermore, in 2008, he began presenting the Jake’s Takes movie review segment on KHOU-TV (CBS Houston). In this position, Jake reviewed films that covered international film festivals and interviewed celebrities such as Tom Cruise, Meryl Streep and Will Smith. This show was nominated for “Outstanding Achievement in Cinema” by the Houston Film Critic Society in 2008 for “bringing celebrities back to Houston”.
In 2009, Jake was nominated for a Lone Star Emmy Award for “Outstanding On-Air Talent” for presenting Jake’s Takes. Additionally, he returned to writing for the Houston Chronicle as one of Houston’s City Brights. Later, in October 2009, Hamilton moved Jake’s Takes from CBS affiliate (KHOU-TV) to KRIV (FOX affiliate).
In 2011, Jake received a Lone Star Emmy Award for “Outstanding On-Camera Talent” for presenting Jake’s Takes. Furthermore, he won the Los Angeles Press Club National Entertainment Journalism Award in 2012 for presenting ‘Jake’s Takes’.
In November 2013, Jake joined WFLD-TV (FOX 32 Chicago) Good Day Chicago as a field reporter for the morning show.
Jake Hamilton Age
How old is Jake Hamilton? Hamilton It is 34 years from 2022. He he was born about January 18, 1988inside Houston, Texas, United States of America. Furthermore, he celebrates his birthday on January 18 of each year.
Jake Hamilton’s Wife
Hamilton is happy married for your wife Lauren Deschenes. In 2017, he shared a video of his excellent proposal to Lauren in a dark cinema using the magic of a fake movie trailer.
Jake Hamilton family
Hamilton managed to keep his family out of the spotlight. Therefore, it is unknown if he has any siblings nor the names of his parents available. We promise to keep you informed as soon as the information becomes available in the spotlight.
Jake Hamilton Height
Hamilton is of average height and body height. However, his exact height and weight details are currently under review.
Jake Hamilton Net Worth
Hamilton have a net worth about $3 million. Her income is mainly attributed to her successful career as a journalist.
Jake Hamilton Salary
Hamilton get an estimate annual salary ranging from $45,500 – $110,500.
