Emmy Award-Winning News Anchor; Co-Anchor of "CNN News Central" & Host of "Office Hours"

New York, NY, USA
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John Berman Biography

John Berman is an Emmy Award-winning broadcast journalist and anchor with a career spanning more than three decades in television news. He attended Harvard University, where he was elected president of the Hasty Pudding Theatricals, the university's theatrical organization. Berman began his journalism career as a desk assistant on the overnight shift at ABC News and advanced to become the head writer for "World News Tonight with Peter Jennings." He contributed to all of ABC's broadcasts, including "World News with Diane Sawyer," "Good Morning America," "Nightline," and "20/20."

During his tenure at ABC News, Berman reported on major news events, including the Columbine High School shooting, Pope John Paul II's visit to Cuba, and the impeachment hearings of President Bill Clinton. He worked as an off-air reporter covering George W. Bush's presidential campaign, traveling to 45 states, and was embedded with the Marines during the U.S. invasion of Iraq. Berman has also covered hurricanes and natural disasters, further establishing his expertise in breaking news and political reporting.

At CNN, Berman has covered significant news events, including elections, the COVID-19 pandemic, and the Russian invasion of Ukraine. CNN's coverage of the Russian invasion was recognized with a DuPont-Columbia Award. He has served as co-anchor of "Early Start," "CNN Newsroom," and "New Day," and was appointed as a co-anchor of "CNN News Central," alongside Kate Bolduan and Sara Sidner. Throughout his career, Berman has interviewed prominent political figures, including Barack Obama, Mike Pence, and Mitt Romney.

Berman's work has earned industry recognition, including being part of teams that received the Edward R. Murrow Award for best broadcast and a James Beard Award for a television segment. He also appeared on a celebrity edition of "Jeopardy!" and won $50,000 for charity. Berman is known for on-the-ground reporting, political analysis, and guiding audiences through consequential moments in American broadcast journalism.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 09/29/2026.

John Berman Videos

John Berman & Kate Bolduan Talk March Madness | CNN | Max

John Berman & Kate Bolduan Talk March Madness | CNN | Max

John Berman and Kate Bolduan celebrate winning the March Madness Max Bracket Challenge. The pair also discuss Bolduan's new show: 5 Things is now...

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