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Christiane Amanpour

Transition to ABC and Return to CNN

In 2010, following internal changes in policy and management, Amanpour departed CNN and joined ABC News as the anchor of the Sunday morning political affairs program, This Week. Her tenure brought a more international perspective to the traditionally domestic-focused program.

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In 2011, a cooperative arrangement between CNN and ABC facilitated her return to CNN, where she resumed hosting her signature interview program, Amanpour. As of that time, she was working simultaneously with both networks. Her salary was reported to be approximately $2 million annually.

Personal Life and Net Worth

Christiane Amanpour is married to James Rubin, a former U.S. Assistant Secretary of State. The couple has a son, Darius John Rubin, and they reside in London. Amanpour’s net worth is estimated to be around $12.5 million, reflecting her long and successful career in journalism.

Widely respected for her fearless reporting and commitment to uncovering truth in the world’s most challenging environments, Amanpour continues to be a significant figure in international news media.

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Quick Facts
Birth Date: 12 Jan, 1958
Age: 62 yrs
Occupations: Journalist
Writer
Actor
Citizenship: United Kingdom
Birth Place: London
residence: New York City
Gender: Female
Description: British-Iranian news anchor and international correspondent
Twitter Id: Camanpour
Spouse: James Rubin [M. 1998]
Net Worth 2021: 16 million
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Last Modified: Jun 16 2025
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