However, several journalists showcasing outstanding work still exist.
One such influential journalist is Christiane Amanpour.
The anchor won global acclaim for her coverage from some of the most dangerous places on the planet.
CNN Chief International Correspondent. Photo: Christiane AmanpourSource: Facebook
The reporter brought conflict into context and asked some of the most challenging questions.
She is no stranger to war in the international arena.
The gifted reporter was born in Iran but fled the country with her family.
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Her mother was English while her father was Iranian.
The journalist is the eldest of four sisters.
She spent most of her early life in Tehran, Iran while growing up.
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As of February 2021, she is 63 years old.
Early life
At the age of 11, Christiane attended acatholic girls' boardingschoolin England.
She was very active in child jockey at the time.
The CNN correspondent delivers Columbia Journalism School’s second annual Zenger Lecture, titled, “Fake News and The Free Press.” Photo: Christiane AmanpourSource: Facebook
The situation also sparked Christiane’s future career interest.
The versatile reporter studied journalism at theUniversity of Rhode Island, graduating with the highest distinction.
She later went to work behind cameras as an electronic graphic designer at WJAR-TV in Providence.
James Rubin, a former Asst Secretary of State, USA. Photo: James RubinSource: Facebook
Later on, she became aradioreporter and producer for WBRU in 1981.
Initially, she faced resistance on air due to her dark hair and accent.
In 1985, she gained recognition due to her report on her home country of Iran.
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The piece won her the DuPont Award.
During the first war with Iran, the whole world was glued to their screens watching her factual reports.
She has also covered spots like Afghanistan, Somalia, Haiti, and Rwanda.
The journalist talked to #MAKERS about managing fear, witnessing a revolution, and getting the story. Photo: Christiane AmanpourSource: Facebook
Alongside her coverage of significant transnational events, she has interviewed several world top leaders.
The couple, however,split in 2018after two decades of being together.
The divorce was amicable, and the two have remained friends.
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They left New York City in 2013 to permanently reside in London.
The CNN correspondent and her only son are currently living in London.
Darius recently graduated from Ton bridge School in Kent.
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Both parents attended the graduation.
Christiane Amanpour net worth
The British-Iranian reporter has a net worth of18 million dollarsas of February 2021.
Christiane Amanpoursalary at CNNis $5 million annually.
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Christiane Amanpour twitter
The journalist is very active on social media, especially on Twitter.
Recently, she covered Uganda’s much-awaited and equally heated presidential polls.
HerTwitter handlehas over 3 million followers.
Below are some of the most searched for questions about the journalist.
What is the salary of Christiane Amanpour?
She is among the top paid women journalists today.
Her annual salary as of February 2021, is $5 million per year.
What has happened to Christiane Amanpour?
In December 2017, PBS made an announcement that the British-Iranian reporter would succeed Charlie Ross.
This was after allegations of sexual harassment against Rose.
Since 2020, she has been conducting the PBS daily program from her home in England.
What is Christiane Amanpour best known for?
Christiane is popular for reporting from some of the most dangerous places on earth.
She is one of the best-known journalists in the world.
The golden couple, however, went different ways in 2018 after 20 years of marriage.
Christiane Amanpour background and experience in covering conflicts make her an insightful commentator on international affairs.
No one in the journalism field had continuously reported from such dangerous places as she did.
The famous Harare businessman has been making headlines for various reasons for the better part of his life.
His wealth, flashy lifestyle and flamboyant cars have seen him become interesting to many people.
He is believed to have started embracing small business transactions at the young age of 17 years.
Ginimbi then embraced the art of providing gas for domestic use, where he worked as a middle man.
She has a Bachelor of Commerce & IT from the University of Nairobi and joined Briefly.co.za in November 2019.
The writer completed a Google News Initiate Course.
you’re free to email her at perisrodah254@gmail.com.
