Rob Schmitt is an American journalist and television personality recognized as the host of Rob Schmitt Tonight on Newsmax. Schmitt initially attracted national attention as co-host of Fox & Friends First, the morning show on Fox News.
His online presence and involvement with important news stories have made him a prominent figure in American television journalism. His outspoken style attracted attention and his role on Newsmax, where he covered political and social issues, cemented his reputation in the industry.
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- Full name: Rob Schmitt
- Date of birth: August 13, 1983
- Age: 41 years old
- Gender: Male
- Birthplace: Carmel, Indiana, USA
- Nationality: American
- Occupation: TV presenter and journalist
- Height: 6 feet 2 inches
- Parents: Farzaneh Schmitt (mother), Robert Schmitt (father)
- Siblings: Not applicable
- Spouse: Not applicable
- Children: Not applicable
- Relationship status: Single
- Religion: Not applicable
- Ethnicity: German-Iranian
- Net worth: 1 million USD and 3 million USD
Early life and education
Rob Schmitt was born on August 13, 1983 in Carmel, Indiana, as of 2024, he is 41 years old. Schmitt’s background is a mixture of German heritage from his father, Robert Schmitt, and Iranian heritage from his mother,
Farzaneh. Raised in Indiana, Schmitt developed a strong academic foundation and then pursued further education at Indiana University’s Ernie Pyle School of Journalism, where he graduated in 2005 with a degree in broadcast journalism. His educational background prepared him well for a career in the competitive news media field.
Personal life
Rob Schmitt is currently single and has not publicly been involved in any known long-term romantic relationships. Although fans and viewers occasionally speculate about his personal life due to his close friendships with female colleagues such as Jillian Mele, Schmitt has clarified that he is not married and keeps his personal life private. As of 2024, he has no children and remains focused on his career.
Career
Rob Schmitt began his journalism career at WPLG-TV, an ABC affiliate in Miami, Florida in 2008. He then moved to CBS Los Angeles in 2011, where he worked as an anchor before joining CBS. entered WNBC-TV in New York City in 2013 on weekends. and noon anchor.
His breakthrough came in 2016 when he joined Fox News, becoming a co-host of Fox & Friends First and a contributor to Fox Nation. In 2020, Schmitt moved to Newsmax, where he now hosts his nightly show, Rob Schmitt Tonight, which covers political and social issues with a conservative perspective.
Net worth
Rob Schmitt’s net worth is between $1 million and $3 million. His income comes primarily from his role in national news, especially his current position as primetime host on Newsmax, expanding his influence and viewership on across the country.
Argumentative
Rob Schmitt is sometimes a controversial figure due to his outspoken views. In July 2021, he sparked backlash after making online comments suggesting that vaccines could be considered “against nature” and that certain diseases could have role in maintaining the “ebb and flow” in human populations.
Schmitt’s statement has drawn criticism from medical experts and the public, especially in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. Newsmax quickly distanced itself from Schmitt’s comments, saying his opinions did not represent the network’s position. This incident highlighted the controversial nature of Schmitt’s broadcasting style, attracting some viewers while drawing criticism from others.
Social Media
- Instagram: @rob__schmitt
- Twitter: @SchmittNYC
Cinema
- Rob Schmitt Tonight (2020 – present, Newsmax)
- Fox & Friends First (2016 – 2020, Fox News)
