Biography of José Diaz-Balart
Jose Diaz-Balart is a Cuban-American journalist who currently serves as the anchor of the 10 a.m. news program “Jose Diaz-Balart Reports” on MSNBC. He also continues to anchor breaking news and special event coverage for Telemundo and hosts monthly specials.
He left Cuba in 1959 and was raised in Madrid, Spain. After a brief stint in radio, José worked in print journalism in the mid-1980s for United Press International. In December 1984, he became the Central American bureau chief for what was then called the Spanish International Network.
Later in 1987, he was one of the group of journalists who founded Telemundo News, creating Noticias Telemundo/HBC. Jose subsequently established himself as a television news reporter in Miami, where he worked for WTVJ. In August 1996, he made history by becoming the first Cuban-American to host a network news program when he began anchoring CBS News’ This Morning.
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In 2000, he returned to the Spanish-language television network and became the anchor of Telemundo’s new morning show called Esta Manana. Later, Jose co-hosted Telemundo’s first morning news and entertainment program, Esta Manana, as well as its public affairs program, Cada Dia.
However, in 2003, he returned to English-language television and his former Miami station, WTVJ, as a news anchor. By 2010, Jose was reporting for NBC. From 2014 to 2016, he anchored the 10 a.m. newscast for MSNBC, replacing Chris Jansing. On February 18, 2016, he moderated the Democratic Town Hall with Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders, in Las Vegas, Nevada.
It was announced on September 7, 2021, that he was stepping down as anchor of the evening editions of Noticias Telemundo to anchor a new 10 a.m. show called Jose Diaz-Balart Reports on MSNBC. However, he will continue to anchor NBC Nightly News Saturday. He will also continue to anchor breaking news and special event coverage for Telemundo.
Jose Diaz-Balart Age
How old is Diaz-Balart? Diaz-Balart and 63 years old from 2023. He was born November 7, 1960, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States of America. Additionally, he celebrates his birthday on November 7th every year and his The zodiac sign is Scorpio.
Jose Diaz-Balart Height
Diaz-Balart has an average of height of 5 feet 1 inch and it is from moderate weight. However, her exact weight and other body measurements are not known and will be updated.
Jose Diaz-Balart Family
Diaz-Balart is the proud son of Rafael Diaz-Balart y Gutierrez (father) and Hilda Caballero Brunet (mother). His father is a former Cuban politician. In addition, he has three brothers, Rafael Diaz-Balart, Mario Diaz-Balart, and Lincoln Diaz-Balart. Rafael is a banker, Mario is a US representative and Lincoln is also a US representative.
Jose Diaz-Balart Husband
Diaz-Balart is happily married to his beloved wife Brenda. They are proud parents of two daughters, Katerina and Sabrina.
José Diaz-Balart Awards
Diaz-Balart has received numerous awards and nominations throughout his career. He has received four national Emmys for his work with the Telemundo Network. Previously, he received two SunCoast Emmy Awards while working at WTVJ-TV in Miami. Additionally, he has received four Hispanic Excellence in Journalism Awards, all in the 1980s.
Jose has also received a Du Pont Award and the Peabody Media 100 named him the best news anchor three times. He was also recognized with the Silver Circle Award by the National Academy of Television Sciences in 2010. He was recently named Best International Journalist by GQ Magazine.
José Diaz-Balart Net Worth
Diaz-Balart have an estimate net worth of US$ 15 million. His income is attributed to his career as a journalist.
Jose Diaz-Balart Salary
Diaz-Balart receive an estimate annual salary from among US$1 million and US$3 million.
