Neil Cavuto

Broadcaster, Journalist, Commentator

American Westbury, New York, U.S.

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Quick Info

ProfessionBroadcaster, Journalist, Commentator
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth22/09/1958
Age67 years
BirthplaceWestbury, New York, U.S.

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Bio/Wiki

Full NameNeil Patrick Cavuto

Physical Stats & More

Height5' 9" (175 cm)
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBlack

Educational Qualification(s)

High SchoolImmaculate High School, Connecticut, United States
College/University
  • St. Bonaventure University, New York
  • American University, Washington, D.C., United States
Degrees
  • B.A. (Mass Communication) from St. Bonaventure University (1980)
  • M.A. (International Affairs) from American University (1982)

Personal Life

Marital StatusMarried
Marriage Date15/10/1983

Relationships & More

WifeMary Fulling

Family

FatherPatrick "Pat" Cavuto (sales executive)
MotherKathleen T. (Feeley) (a United Nations staffer, homemaker)
SpouseMary Fulling
Children
  • Bradley Cavuto
  • Jeremy Cavuto
  • Tara Cavuto

Career

OverviewNeil Cavuto is a prominent figure in broadcasting, establishing himself as a key player in financial commentary and journalism. He began his career as an intern in the White House during the Jimmy Carter Administration, gradually making his way to the forefront of business news.
Notable Work
  • Principal anchor and reporter at CNBC from 1989 to 1996.
  • Co-anchored CNBC's inaugural broadcast on 17 April 1989.
  • Served as New York City bureau chief for CNBC.
  • Joined Fox News in July 1996 and became the host and managing editor of 'Your World with Neil Cavuto'.
  • Served as vice president of FOX Business News, significantly shaping its programming.
  • Served as senior vice president of FOX Business News, overseeing all business coverage for Fox News Channel and Fox Business Network.
  • Hosted 'Your World with Neil Cavuto' (Fox News), 'Cavuto Live' (Fox News), and 'Cavuto: Coast to Coast' (Fox Business Network).
  • Moderated presidential debates for both Fox News Channel and Fox Business Network, the only anchor to do so for both networks.
  • Left Fox News on 19 December 2024 after 28 years with the network.
PublicationsAuthored two bestselling books: 'More Than Money' (2004) and 'Your Money or Your Life' (2005).
Awards
  • Nominated five times for Cable ACE awards.
  • Called 'the best interviewer in broadcast business news' by The Wall Street Journal.
  • Interviewed all Fortune 500 CEOs.

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Neil has Italian and Irish ancestry.
2. He managed a fish and chips restaurant at the age of 17.
3. He was heavily involved in NBC's Today and the Nightly Business Report for PBS for 15 years.
4. He faced significant health challenges, having survived cancer and struggled with multiple sclerosis.
5. Tested positive for COVID-19 twice, attributing his survival to the vaccine.
6. His 'Your World' market-closing broadcast on Fox News Channel was the most watched financial news program in America for 15 years, beating CNBC, CNN, and MSNBC combined at its hour.
7. Conducted the first live prison interview with former Tyco Chief Executive Dennis Kozlowski on business television.
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