Anderson Cooper

Date of Birth: June 3, 1967

Zodiac Sign: Gemini

Biography

Anderson Cooper is an esteemed American journalist, television personality, and author. Born into the prominent Vanderbilt family, Cooper has carved out his own distinctive career in journalism. He is best known as the anchor of the CNN news show “Anderson Cooper 360°.” Cooper’s journalism career began in earnest after he graduated from Yale University with a degree in Political Science. He started as a fact-checker for Channel One News, then worked as a correspondent, covering significant international events. His fearless reporting from war-torn regions and natural disaster sites has earned him numerous accolades, including multiple Emmy Awards. Cooper is also a correspondent for CBS’s “60 Minutes” and has written a best-selling memoir, “Dispatches from the Edge,” which delves into his personal and professional experiences.

5 Interesting Facts about Anderson Cooper

1. Anderson Cooper is the son of the famous fashion designer Gloria Vanderbilt and writer Wyatt Emory Cooper.

2. He began his career as a self-taught photojournalist, traveling to war zones such as Myanmar and Somalia.

3. Cooper publicly came out as gay in 2012, becoming one of the most high-profile openly gay journalists in America.

4. He has received numerous awards for his journalism, including multiple Emmy Awards and a Peabody Award.

5. Anderson Cooper is a descendant of Cornelius Vanderbilt, a 19th-century railroad and shipping magnate.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Anderson Cooper

1. “The farther you go, however, the harder it is to return. The world has many edges, and it’s easy to fall off.”

2. “In keeping people straight, principle is not as powerful as a policeman.”

3. “I think it’s important to have a voice for yourself. And to have a voice for others.”

4. “The truth is, I love the immediacy of live television and the ability to be spontaneous.”

5. “I don’t want to be a poster boy for anything.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Anderson Cooper’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $200 million.

Children

Anderson Cooper has two children, both born via surrogate. His first son, Wyatt Morgan Cooper, was born in April 2020. His second son, Sebastian Luke Maisani-Cooper, was born in February 2022. Cooper co-parents his children with his former partner, Benjamin Maisani.