Tony Kornheiser Biography
Tony Kornheiser is a renowned American former sportswriter and columnist working as a television sports talk show host. He served as a writer for The Washington Post between 1979 to 2008. Since 2001, he has worked as co-host of ESPN’s sports debate show Pardon the Interruption and host of The Tony Kornheiser Show. Additionally, he began his career as a writer for Newsday and The New York Times before joining The Washington Post in 1979.
Tony Kornheiser’s Facts
| Age | 75 years old |
| Podcast | The Tony Kornheiser Show |
| Wife | Karril Fox |
| Salary | $6 million per annum |
| Net Worth | $18 million |
Family
Tony Kornheiser was born on July 13, 1948, in New York City, New York, in the United States to Estelle and Ira Kornheiser as the only child. His mother died in 1978 while his father Ira died in 2000 at the age of 89. He holds American nationality and is Jewish. His father Ira worked as a dress cutter and he would spend his summer at Camp Keeyumah in Pennsylvania.
Tony Kornheiser Wife
Tony has been happily married to his wife Karril Fox since May 7, 1972. Karril works in sales jobs. The couple reside in the Chevy Chase neighborhood of Washington, D.C. Karril appears to be younger despite being married to Tony for 52 years as of 2024. They also have a house in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. Karril and Tony are parents of two all-grown children Michael and Elizabeth.
Tony Kornheiser Grandchildren
He has two adopted children Michael who is a scratch golfer and Elizabeth. Michael is married to his wife Elizabeth Dana Hardwick and they have two sons who Tony nicknamed Bootsie and The Hammer.
Education
Tony attained his high school diploma from George W. Hewlett High School graduating in 1965. During his time, he was the sports editor of the school newspaper. Tony then moved to Harpur College now Binghamton University and pursued a degree in English literature. Later, he began his journalism career at the Colonial News now known as Pipe Dream, and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in 1970.
Podcast Tony Kornheiser
Tony hosts his sports podcast, The Tony Kornheiser Show on This Show Stinks Productions, LLC. The episodes start with sports and quickly move into politics, current events, entertainment, and whatever appears on his mind that day. In his podcast, he has regular sit-in guests with familiar interviews and segments. Additionally, the podcast has 375 episodes as of May 31, 2024.
Show
Tony has been co-host of ESPN’s sports debate show Pardon the Interruption (PTI) since 2001. The show airs weekdays on various ESPN TV channels. Tony and Michael Wilbon discuss and frequently argue over the top stories of the day in “sports… and other stuff”. The show has become popular and led to the creation of similar shows on ESPN and similar segments on other series. Moreover, the show has attained Sports Emmy awards in 2009, 2016, and 2017.
Illness
Tony shared with his fans that he was diagnosed with skin cancer and had received treatment in 2006.
Surgery
Tony has not undergone any surgery. However, his PTI co-host Michael Wilbon has shared that he was facing health changes in March 2023. Michael was diagnosed with Type II diabetes after suffering a heart attack 15 years ago. In April 2022, Michael developed a diabetic ulcer in his left foot and he underwent surgery. Since the surgery, Michael has been on a scooter. Moreover, he has been appearing remotely on PTI and NBA Countdown from his home in Scottsdale.
Retiring
Tony is 75 years old and has not shared any information about retiring. He is still co-hosting the PTI show and hosting his podcast.
Tony Kornheiser Espn
He joined ESPN and has been working as Pardon the Interruption (PTI) co-host since 2001. Tony is also among ESPN’s most popular on-air personalities and has also worked as an ESPN Radio host and Monday Night Football commentator. Between 2006 and 2008, he was a commentator on ESPN’s Monday Night Football joining legendary Howard Cosell and comedian Dennis Miller.
Moreover, his association with ESPN began in the 1990s when he was a frequent contributor to the Sunday morning roundtable program, The Sports Reporters. Tony then joined ESPN fully in November 1997 as an ESPN Radio host. From January 5, 1998, to March 2004, he hosted his show, Tony Kornheiser Show. Moreover, he launched a digital-only version of The Tony Kornheiser Show in September 2016. Previously, Tony worked at The Washington Post in 1979 and wrote for the paper until 2013.
Furthermore, he began as a Post sports columnist in 1984 and wrote for the Style section for many years on topics ranging from presidential politics to his teenage children. His journalism career kicked off right out of college at Newsday before going to the New York Times in 1976. In addition, he has authored three books Pumping Irony, Bald as I Wanna Be, and Back for More Cash.
Some of Tony’s colleagues at ESPN include:
Kendra Andrews – NBA reporter
Kelsey Riggs – Anchor and Reporter
Hannah Storm – Anchor
Hubie Brown – NBA Analyst
At Home
Tony is not working at home but during COVID-19, he was broadcasting from the attic of his home while Wilbon’s stationed in the show’s Washington studio.
Salary
Tony has been working as a PTI co-host at ESPN since 2001 and earns a salary of $6 Million per annum.
Net Worth
He has worked as a talk show host and former sportswriter and columnist for over 30 years. Through his work, he has earned a net worth of $18 Million.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Old Is Tony Kornheiser?
Tony is 75 years old born on July 13, 1948, in New York City, New York, in the United States.
Why Is Tony Kornheiser In A Wheelchair?
Tony is not in a wheelchair.
Is Tony Kornheiser Married?
Tony has been married to his wife Karril Fox since May 7, 1972.
When Is Tony Kornheiser Coming Back?
Tony made his long-awaited return since the COVID-19 pandemic to the Pardon The Interruption studio on June 12, 2023.
Where Does Tony Kornheiser Live?
He has a home in Washington, D.C., as well as Rehoboth Beach, Delaware where he lives with his wife Karril.
Is Tony Kornheiser In A Wheelchair?
He is not in a wheelchair.
What Is Tony Kornheiser Net Worth?
Tony has a net worth of $18 Million from being a talk show host and and former sportswriter and columnist.
How Much Does Tony Kornheiser Make?
Tony attains a salary of $6 Million per annum for his work at ESPN.
Is Tony Kornheiser Sick?
Tony shared with his fans that he was diagnosed with skin cancer and had received treatment in 2006.
Why Is Tony Kornheiser Still In Attic?
Tony was broadcasting from the attic of his home due to the COVID-19 outbreak.
Who Is Tony Kornheiser’s Wife?
Tony’s wife is Karril Fox.
Where Is Tony Kornheiser Now?
He is working as co-host of ESPN’s sports debate show Pardon the Interruption and host of The Tony Kornheiser Show.
Why Is Tony Kornheiser At Home?
He worked from his home due to the Covid-19 outbreak but returned to the Pardon The Interruption studio on June 12, 2023.
How Tall Is Tony Kornheiser?
Tony is a man of tall stature standing at a height of 6 ft 0 in or 1.83m.
What Happened To Tony Kornheiser?
Tony shared that he was diagnosed with skin cancer and had received treatment in 2006.
Social Media Account
Twitter – @ThisShowStinks
Instagram – thisshowstinks