Willie Geist Biography
Willie Geist is an American correspondent and television personality presently working as a journalist for Sunday Today with Willie Geist. Besides, Geist serves as a co-anchor of MSNBC Morning Joe. He reports for NBC Sports and NBC News, hosting and contributing to NBC Olympic inclusion. In addition, Willie host the famous Sunday Sitdown podcast which features the full-length versions of his Sunday Today Television profile interviews.
Willie Geist Age
How old is Willie? He is 47 years old. Willie was born on May 3, 1975, in Evanston, Illinois, in the United States of America. Besides, he commends his birthday on the 3rd of May each year.
Willie Geist Education
He was enrolled at George Washington Middle School located in Ridgewood, New Jersey. While in High School, he was the captain of both basketball and football teams, winning the state football title in the year 1991. In addition, Geist was invited to the National Honor Society as well as New Jersey Boys State. Besides, he graduated sigma cum laude from Vanderbilt University, where he served as an editor of the school newspaper.
Willie Geist Nationality
Geist is of American nationality and citizenship. Besides, he was born and grew up in Evanston, Illinois, in the United States of America. In addition, Willie belongs to the white heritage.
Willie Geist Height | Measurements
Geist approximately stands at a height of 6 feet 3 inches ( Approx. 1.90 m) tall, as Willie is a man of above-average stature. Nevertheless, he has not revealed any details regarding his other body measurements in the public domain.
Willie Geist Family | Parents
Geist was born and grew up in Evanston, Illinois, in the United States under the loving care of his mother Jody Geist, and his father Bill Geist. In addition, Bill works as a newspaper reporter and broadcast journalist while his mother served as a social worker. Willie grew up along with his brother Libby Geist Wildes. His brother, Libby, serves as the Academy Award-winning documentary film producer of O.J; Made In America and The Last Dance. Besides, his great-grandfather is known as Herbie Lewis. In addition, Lewis works as a Detroit Red Wings star as well as a Hockey Hall of Fame player.
Willie Geist Wife | Children | Partner
Geist is happily married to his beloved and beautiful wife Christina. Besides, the couple tied their wedding knot on May 24, 2003, in Humacao, Puerto Rico. In addition, they share two children together. His children’s names are; Lucie Joy and George William.
Willie Geist Salary
Geist primarily earns his income from his role as senior journalist and correspondent for Sunday Today. Therefore, he has an annual estimated salary of $110,000 as of 2022.
Willie Geist’s Net Worth
Geist has credited the largest percentage of his wealth to his journalism career. Therefore, he has an estimated net worth of $4 million as of 2022.
Willie Geist Sunday Today
In the year 2010, Willie became the host of the Today Show and a show newsreader. He later became an official co-host of Today and left Way Too Early in November 2012. In addition, Willie was made a solo host of the new Sunday Today premiered in April 2016. Besides, the broadcast airs live on the NBC News channel from 8 am to 9 am ET. Furthermore, Willie and Sunday Today earned the prestigious Edward R. Murrow award for similar coverage. Besides, Willie has earned a reputation on Sunday Today and is regarded long-time profile interviewer of high-profile leaders and celebrities around the globe.
