CNN fired American television journalist Chris Cuomo on Saturday, December 4, after sexual misconduct allegations surfaced. He had been suspended earlier that week for his role in his brother Andrew Cuomo’s legal defense – Andrew Cuomo resigned as governor of New York amid his own sexual misconduct allegations.
“This is not how I envisioned my time at CNN ending, but I’ve already explained why and how I assisted my brother.” So, as disappointing as this is, I am extremely proud of the Cuomo Prime Time team and the work we did as CNN’s number one show in a highly competitive time slot. Cuomo said in a statement to CNN, “I owe them all and will miss that group of special people who did really important work.”
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Chris Cuomo Net Worth
According to Celebrity Net Worth, he currently has a net worth of $12 million.
Life Before CNN
Cuomo began his career in television journalism, working for CNBC, CNN, and M.S.N.B.C. According to Celebrity Net Worth, he also covered social issues for Fox News’ “Fox Files” and worked as a political policy analyst for the network.
He went on to become A.B.C. News’ chief law and justice correspondent and co-anchor of “20/20.” Cuomo has worked for CNN since 2013.
Cuomo briefly practiced law and worked in structured finance after receiving an undergraduate degree from Yale University and a law degree from Fordham University School of Law, according to his CNN.com profile.
Life After CNN
Chris used to earn a good living as a result of his successful career as a presenter. He reportedly earned $6 million per year. Chris began his journalism career by appearing on CNBC, M.S.N.B.C., and CNN, where he discussed social and political issues. In terms of real estate, Chris is said to have bought a five-bedroom Southampton home for $1.3 million in 2001 and sold it for $2.9 million in May 2019.
Cuomo joined CNN in February 2013 as a co-host for the morning show. On February 8, 2013, he made his CNN debut as a field anchor on an episode of Piers Morgan Tonight. While co-anchoring New Day in March 2018, it was announced that he would be moving to primetime to host Cuomo Primetime.
Inside with Chris Cuomo, a new documentary series premiered on H.L.N. in October 2017. The show focuses on “real people, in real towns and cities across America.”
In September 2018, he began hosting a two-hour weekday radio show called “Let’s Get After It” on SiriusXM’s P.O.T.U.S. channel.
Real Estate and Awards of Chris Cuomo
Chris and Cristina Cuomo paid $1.3 million for a five-bedroom, four-bathroom, 3,000-square-foot Southampton home in 2001 and then completely remodeled it. This home was sold by the Cuomos in May 2019 for $2.9 million.
Chris and Cristina paid $2.995 million for a Park Avenue apartment in June 2011.
Cuomo has received numerous Emmy nominations. Cuomo’s Good Morning America profile of inspiring 12-year-old poet Mattie Stepanek was honored with a News & Documentary Emmy, making her one of the network news’ youngest correspondents to receive this honor. Cuomo has also been nominated for a number of News & Documentary Emmy Awards in the categories.
