Jim Cantore Biography and Wiki

Jim Cantore is an American meteorologist, widely recognized for his role as an on-air personality at The Weather Channel. Born on February 16, 1964, in Waterbury, Connecticut, he graduated from Lyndon State College in 1986 and began working at The Weather Channel right after. Over the span of his 30+ year career, Cantore has established himself as one of the most respected forecasters in the U.S., renowned for his ability to simplify complex weather phenomena. He is particularly known for his live coverage of major weather events like hurricanes and severe storms. Cantore has earned numerous awards for his contributions to meteorology, including the AMS Television Seal of Approval and the NOAA David S. Johnson Award.

Jim Cantore’s age and birthday

Cantore was born on February 16, 1964, in Beacon Falls, Connecticut, and grew up in White River Junction, Vermont. His zodiac sign is Aquarius.

Jim Cantore height and weight

Jim Cantore stands at about 5 feet 8 inches (1.73 meters) tall and weighs roughly between 55 to 60 kilograms (121 to 132 pounds). He is bald, a notable feature, and has light brown eyes.

Jim Cantore’s educational background

Cantore attended Lyndon State College (now known as Northern Vermont University-Lyndon) in Vermont, where he graduated in 1986 with a Bachelor’s degree in Meteorology.

Jim Cantore’s dating life, spouse and children

Cantore was married to Tamra Zinn from 1990 until their divorce in 2009. They have two children together: Christina Marie Cantore, who is 27 years old, and Ben Cantore, who is 25 years old. After his divorce, Jim began a relationship with Britley Ritz, a freelance meteorologist with CNN.

Jim Cantore nationality, parents and siblings

Cantore is an American meteorologist born on February 16, 1964, in Beacon Falls, Connecticut, and raised in White River Junction, Vermont. His father is James Cantore, and he has a brother named Vinnie Cantore.

Jim Cantore career

Cantore has had a distinguished career as a meteorologist, primarily working with The Weather Channel. He joined the network in July 1986, shortly after graduating from Lyndon State College. Over the years, Cantore has become one of the most well-known and respected meteorologists in the United States.

Cantore is best recognized for his live field coverage of major weather events such as hurricanes, tornadoes, and severe storms. His skill in explaining complex weather phenomena in an easy-to-understand manner has made him a trusted figure during weather crises. Some of the major events he has reported on include Hurricanes Katrina, Sandy, Matthew, Irma, and Dorian.

Cantore has reported on a wide range of events, including the Olympics, NASA launches, NFL games, PGA tournaments, and the Winter X Games. He created the popular Fall Foliage Forecast, a viewer favorite. Throughout his career, Cantore has earned numerous accolades, such as the AMS Television Seal of Approval and the NOAA David S. Johnson Award. He was inducted into the Punxsutawney Weather Discovery Center Hall of Fame in 2013 and received an honorary doctorate from Lyndon State College in 2018. In 2019, he won a News and Documentary Emmy for his work in The Weather Channel’s Immersive Mixed Reality storytelling about tornado dangers.

Jim Cantore’s net worth and salary

He has a net worth of $3 million and generates an annual salary of $1 million.

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