Chris Jansing is a respected American journalist and television news anchor, known for his significant contributions to television journalism.
She hosts “Chris Jansing Reports” on MSNBC, a two-hour weekday news show. During her career, she has been recognized for covering major events such as the September 11 attacks, Hurricane Katrina, and multiple U.S. presidential elections.
Her long career and insightful reporting have made her a vital part of MSNBC and NBC News.
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- Full name: Christine Ann Kapostasy-Jansing
- Date of birth: January 30, 1957
- Age: 67 years old
- Gender: Female
- Place of birth: Port Fairport, Ohio, USA
- Nationality: American
- Occupation: Journalist, presenter
- Height: 5 feet 6 inches
- Parents: Joseph Kapostasy, Tilly Kapostasy
- Siblings: Eleven siblings
- Spouse: Previously married to Robert Jansing
- Children: Not applicable
- Relationship status: Single
- Religion: Roman Catholic
- Ethnicity: White (Slovak and Hungarian ancestry)
- Net worth: 4 million USD and 8 million USD
Early life and education
Chris Jansing, now 67 years old, was born on January 30, 1957 in Fairport Harbor, Ohio. She is the youngest of 12 siblings in a Roman Catholic family.
Her parents, Joseph and Tilly Kapostasy, instilled strong values that have shaped her outlook on life and work.
Jansing’s upbringing in Ohio of Slovak and Hungarian descent emphasized family ties and cultural traditions.
Jansing attended Otterbein College in Westerville, Ohio. Initially a political science major, she switched to broadcast journalism after working at her college radio station.
She graduated in 1978 with a Bachelor of Arts in Broadcast Journalism, laying the foundation for her extensive career in news reporting.
Personal life
In 1982, Chris Jansing married Robert Jansing, a chemist who managed an analytical chemistry laboratory. She took his last name professionally because of its simple pronunciation.
The couple later divorced, although the reason behind the separation remained private. Jansing has not remarried and has no children.
Jansing lives in New York and focuses on his career and personal interests. She remains single as of 2024. Despite her publicity, she maintains a relatively private personal life.
Career
Jansing’s career began with an internship at a cable television station in Columbus, Ohio, followed by a role at WIPS radio in Ticonderoga, New York.
She rose to fame as a general assignment reporter and then weekend anchor at WNYT in Albany, New York, where she worked for 17 years.
Her reporting on the Centennial Olympic Park bombing in Atlanta earned her a 1997 New York Emmy Award.
In June 1998, Jansing joined NBC News. Since then, she has served as a senior White House correspondent and host for multiple MSNBC programs.
She covered key events such as the 9/11 attacks, Hurricane Katrina in 2005 and the Fukushima nuclear crisis in 2011. Her reporting spanned multiple Olympic Games and major developments important global value.
Jansing’s current role as host of “The Chris Jansing Report” demonstrates her ability to engage her audience with relevant and insightful reporting. Her career spanned more than four decades and was marked by professionalism and adaptability.
Prize
- Two Emmy Awards, including coverage of the 1996 Centennial Olympic Park bombing
- Inducted into the New York State Broadcasters Association Hall of Fame in 2016
- Best of Show Award from the New York State Broadcasters Association
Net worth
Chris Jansing’s net worth is between $4 million and $8 million.
Her income comes from her roles at NBC and MSNBC, speaking engagements, and other journalistic contributions.
Social Media
- Twitter: @ChrisJansing
- Facebook: Official Chris Jansing
Cinema
- The Place for Politics 2016: MSNBC’s Overnight News Highlights in California
