Willie Geist is a journalist and TV personality. He is known for co-hosting MSNBC’s Morning Joe and co-hosting Sunday Today with Willie Geist. He is also an author and producer.
Fast facts
| Real name | Willie Geist |
| Nickname | Willie |
| date of birth | May 3, 1975 |
| Age | 48 years old |
| Birth place | Evanston, Illinois |
| Nationality | American |
| Profession | Journalist, host, co-host |
| Height | 6 feet 4 inches |
| Weight | 78 kg |
| Hair color | Brown |
| Eye color | Brown |
| Netto value | 12 million dollars |
Age and Early Life of Willie Geist
Willie Geist was born in Evanston, Illinois on May 3, 1975. William Russell Geist is his name. He is of German origin. He is the eldest son of Bill and Jody Geist (mother). Bill, his father, is a retired novelist and columnist. Libby Geist is his younger sister. Libby works for ESPN as a documentary producer. Herbie Lewis, their great-grandfather, was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame.
In terms of education, he attended George Washington High School in Ridgewood. He graduated from Ridgewood High School. Geist played basketball and football as a running back in high school. After that, he entered Vanderbilt University. He was a member of the Tennessee Alpha Chapter of Phi Delta Theta at the University. During their undergraduate years, he was editor of the Vanderbilt Hustler, the student newspaper.
Willie Geist Height and Weight
Willie Geist has brown eyes and brown hair. He is 6 feet 4 inches tall and weighs approximately 78 kg.
Willie Geist Net Worth
How much is Willie Geist’s net worth? He has an estimated net worth of $12 million as of February 2024. His annual salary as an NBC TV personality is at $5 million. In addition, he earns through his production work and book royalties.
Career
Willie Geist began his career as an editor and producer for CNN Sports. He then became a field producer and channel correspondent. During that time, he covered the Super Bowl, NCAA Final Tours and The Masters. Then, in late 2007, he joined MSNBC as a co-anchor for the 6-9 am slot. In September 2007, he was named co-anchor of NBC News’ Morning Joe, a morning news and talk show.
Later, in July 2009, he presented Way Too Early with Willie Geist, a weekend morning program. The following year, he took over as Today anchor, succeeding Matt Lauer. Next year, he publishes the humorous novel American Freak Show. In 2012, he co-hosted many programs with Brian Williams, including Watch What Happens, Way Too Early and Rock Center. Next, in 2014, he released his New York Times bestseller Good Talk, Dad, which he co-wrote with his father, Bill. He is now on NBC’s Morning Joe, Today Show and Sunday Today, where he co-hosts and reports with Willie Geist.
Willie Geist Husband and Marriage
Who is Willie Geist’s husband? Willie Geist is happily married to Christina Sharkey. He met Christina for the first time in high school. They have been in love with each other ever since. They finally got married on May 24, 2003 in Humacao, Puerto Rico after a long courtship. The couple has two children: daughter Lucie (born June 14, 2007) and boy George (born July 8, 2009).
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