Gayle King

Date of Birth: December 28, 1954

Zodiac Sign: Capricorn

Biography

Gayle King is a prominent American television personality, journalist, and author, best known for her work as a co-anchor on CBS This Morning. Born in Chevy Chase, Maryland, and raised in Turkey due to her father’s work as an electrical engineer, Gayle has consistently proven her versatility and resilience in the media industry. After graduating from the University of Maryland with a degree in psychology, she began her career as a production assistant before moving on to become a news anchor and reporter. Her breakthrough came when she became close friends with Oprah Winfrey, leading to several collaborative projects. She has earned multiple awards and accolades throughout her career, including an induction into the Broadcasting & Cable Hall of Fame.

5 Interesting Facts about Gayle King

1. Gayle King interviewed R. Kelly in a highly publicized and emotional interview in 2019.

2. She has been friends with Oprah Winfrey since 1976, and their friendship is often considered one of the most enduring in the entertainment industry.

3. Gayle has been an editor-at-large for O, The Oprah Magazine since 1999.

4. She received an Emmy Award for her coverage of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting.

5. Before her success in television, she worked as a production assistant at WJZ-TV in Baltimore, where she met Oprah.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Gayle King

1. “The best way to navigate through life is to laugh at yourself.”

2. “You define your own life. Don’t let other people write your script.”

3. “Friendship is not something you seek out, it just happens when you least expect it.”

4. “We’re all in the same boat, and we’re all seasick.”

5. “You can only become truly accomplished at something you love.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Gayle King’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $40 million.

Children

Gayle King has two children: 1. Kirby Bumpus, who works in the health and wellness sector. 2. William Bumpus Jr., who works in the entertainment industry.