Quick Info
| Profession | Broadcast Journalist and Author |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 24/12/1980 |
| Age | 45 years |
| Birthplace | Connecticut |
Latest News about Tony Dokoupil
05/01/2026
Tony Dokoupil became the anchor of CBS Evening News, taking over the role under new CBS News editor in chief Bari Weiss. His debut came as the news division undergoes reinvention, with his first assignment covering U.S. military action in Venezuela.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | American broadcast journalist and author who has been the anchor of CBS Evening News since January 2026. Previously served as co-host of CBS Mornings and worked as a correspondent for NBC News and MSNBC. |
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Educational Qualification(s)
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| Sports | Played baseball as an outfielder at George Washington University |
Personal Life
| Heritage | Czech |
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| Marital Status | Married |
| Children | Four (two from previous marriage, two with current spouse) |
Relationships & More
| Current Spouse | Katy Tur (married 2017) |
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| Previous Marriage | Divorced 2013 |
Family
| Mother | Teacher |
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| Father | Drug dealer |
Career
| Current Role | Anchor, CBS Evening News (since January 5, 2026) |
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| Previous Roles |
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| Notable Work | Anchors THE UPLIFT, a weekly series for CBS News 24/7; reporting featured on CBS News Sunday Morning and CBS Evening News |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/tonydokoupil/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Authored memoir 'The Last Pirate: A Father, His Son, and the Golden Age of Marijuana' (released April 1, 2014) | |
| 2. His reporting has appeared on NBC's Today, ABC's 20/20, and NPR's Fresh Air | |
| 3. Grew up with a father involved in the drug business, which inspired his memoir |