Athena Jones is an American journalist, correspondent, editor, blogger, and media personality best known for working as a CNN national correspondent for over eleven years. She is also recognized for producing several TV series such as CNN Newsroom(2021), Inside the Obama White House(2009), and more. Besides, Athena also attracted attention for covering President Trump and his administration for CNN’s programs and platforms.
Moreover, she had been in the headlines two years ago as she encouraged women to take charge of their health in the fight against cancer as a cancer survivor herself.
Athena Jones' Wiki Details
Date Of Birth: 1976 Birth Day: 06 July |
Father: Robert Jones Mother: Gaynelle Jones |
Age: 45-Years-Old |
Siblings: N/A |
Zodiac Sign: Cancer |
Relationship Status: Single |
Birth Place: Boston, Texas, United States |
Husband: N/A |
Nationality: American |
Married: Unknown |
Religion: Christianity |
Children: N/A |
Ethnicity: Black |
Profession: Journalism |
Height: 5 feet 7 inches |
Net worth: $1.3 million |
Weight: Decent |
Instagram: Link |
Education: Bachelor in American Government & Politics, MS in Journalism |
Twitter: Link |
College: Harvard University, Columbia University |
Facebook: Link |
Who Is Athena Jones? Bio & Parents
An inspiring American motivational speaker and social media personality Athena Jones gained prominence as a former White House Correspondent for CNN. However, Athena Jones doesn’t own a Wikipedia page yet.
Furthermore, CNN correspondent Athena was born to parents Robert Jones and Gaynelle Jones on 06 July 1976 in Boston, Texas, and raised in Houston, Texas, United States.
However, she hasn't provided specific details about her parents. Regardless, it was reported that she lost her mother to dreaded cancer in 2013. Her mother’s name was Gaynelle Griffin Jones, and she was the first African-American woman to become the First Court of Appeals in Texas. Gaynelle was honored with the status of United States Attorney, Southern District of Texas, in 1993 by Ex-President Bill Clinton. Meanwhile, her father, Robert Jones, is known to be a judge with a doctorate based in Texas, United States.
Moreover, she hasn't mentioned any details about her siblings, so she has a high chance of being the only child of her parents.
In contrast, she is 45 years old as of April 2023, and her zodiac falls under Cancer, per her birthday. TX native Athena is an American of Black (African-American) ethnicity who follows the religion of Christianity.
Regarding her physical appearance, CNN correspondent Jones has a height of approximately 5 feet 7 inches or 1.7m and decent weight.
Concerning her academic qualification, Athena attended Harvard University for her Bachelor’s degree in American Government and Politics from 1994-1998. She received her MS in Journalism in 1998-1999 from Columbia University- Graduate School of Journalism.
Is Athena Jones Still Single?
Athena Jones has not updated her relationship status, and she is assumed to be single at present since she has not shown any signs of having a boyfriend or husband.
Moreover, Athena is more focused on the development and success of her career.
Net Worth & Career
Athena Jones has a net worth of around $1.3 million from her profession as a journalist and has an annual salary of $66,000 approximately.
As per her LinkedIn profile, Athena has been working as a national correspondent for CNN since 2011. Moreover, she is recognized as the former CNN White House Correspondent for her coverage of President Trump and his administration.
Furthermore, Athena began her career as a general assignment correspondent in 2011 and was also a White House producer with NBC. She was a freelance segment producer and reporter for CNN.