Date of Birth: December 17, 1945
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Biography
Chris Matthews is a renowned American political commentator, talk show host, and author. Born on December 17, 1945, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Matthews is best known for his long-running talk show “Hardball with Chris Matthews,” which aired on MSNBC. He grew up in a Catholic family and attended La Salle College High School before earning a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the College of the Holy Cross. Matthews began his career in politics, working as a police officer in the United States Capitol Police and later as a staff member for several Democratic Members of Congress. He also served as a speechwriter during the Carter administration. Matthews’ transition to journalism began with his tenure as a columnist for the San Francisco Examiner. His incisive and often provocative style earned him acclaim and eventually led to his own television show, “Hardball,” which premiered in 1997. Known for his direct and sometimes combative interviewing style, Matthews became a staple in American political commentary. He authored several books, including “Hardball: How Politics Is Played Told by One Who Knows the Game” and “Bobby Kennedy: A Raging Spirit.”
5 Interesting Facts about Chris Matthews
1. Chris Matthews worked as a speechwriter for President Jimmy Carter.
2. He has authored eight books, with topics ranging from political strategy to biographies of notable political figures.
3. Matthews has won several awards for his journalism, including the David Brinkley Award for Excellence in Broadcast Journalism.
4. Before becoming a journalist, Matthews ran unsuccessfully for a seat in the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania in 1974.
5. He was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2002 but has successfully recovered.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Chris Matthews
1. “I have found that people in politics are not driven by power or money—they are driven by something deeper: the need to matter.”
2. “You have to learn the rules of the game. And then you have to play better than anyone else.”
3. “Politics is who gets what, when, how.”
4. “The hardest thing about any political campaign is how to win without proving that you are unworthy of winning.”
5. “The beauty of democracy is that an ordinary person can make a difference.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
The highest net worth achieved by Chris Matthews is estimated to be around $20 million.
Children
Chris Matthews and his wife Kathleen have three children: Michael, Thomas, and Caroline.
Relevant Links
1. [Chris Matthews Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chris_Matthews
2. [Chris Matthews Biography on MSNBC](https://www.msnbc.com/hardball-with-chris-matthews
3. [Chris Matthews’ Books on Goodreads](https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/11041.Chris_Matthews
