Jeff Probst Bio, Married, Wife, Age, Family, Net worth, Height

Jeff Probst is best known as the longtime host of Survivors . The series, which tested the physical and mental abilities of the contestants, is considered one of the greatest television shows of all time, and that reputation is partly due to Probst. His polished and witty personality, as well as his button-down shirts, have endeared him to viewers over the years. His talent has also earned him multiple awards and contributed to the longevity of the show. Want to know more about the accomplished media personality? Here are the facts.

Jeff Probst’s Bio (Age)

Jeff Probst was born on November 4, 1961 in Wichita, Kansas. His father’s name is Jerry Probst while his mother’s name is Barbara. The TV personality spent his formative years in Bellevue, Washington and attended Newport High School. He received his bachelor’s degree in 1979 and then went to Seattle Pacific University for his bachelor’s degree. Jeff Probst began his career in the mid-1980’s as a marketing video producer and voice talent at Boeing Motion Picture Television Studio. He then switched to KIRO TV (Seattle), where he presented several variety shows. In 1994, Probst moved to FX where he hosted two programs Backchat and Sound FX . This particular gig lasted four years, and by 1998 the Kansas native hosted Danger to Rock ‘n’ Roll!on VH1. He also had a lucrative side gig as a correspondent for Access Hollywood.

Jeff Probst landed his career-defining role on Survivor in 2000. He first heard about the show on a radio show where series creator Mark Burnett was promoting it. He made contact with Burnett immediately and it was a match made in heaven. The first Survivor series was shown in Borneo in 2000 and attracted up to 30 million viewers. Since then the show has been performed in various locations such as Australia, Thailand, Vanuatu, Guatemala, Gabon and Samoa. The series remains hugely popular with viewers and was named one of Time Magazine’s 100 Greatest TV Shows of All Time in 2007. Jeff Probst has received multiple awards for his impeccable hosting on the show, including four consecutive Emmys for Outstanding Host for a Graduating Reality Program. in 2008, 2009, 2010 and 2011.

Is Jeff Probst married? (wife and family)

Jeff Probst is married to model/actress Lisa Ann Russell. Russell is from Illinois and was born on May 9, 1972. She has modeled for high-end brands such as Revlon Cosmetics. She has also acted in a handful of TV series and films including APEX, Sinbad: The Battle of the Dark Nights, Love Twisted, Forgery and Rescued by the Bell: The College Years. Probst first met his wife at a party put together by Survivor producer Mark Burnett. They later began a relationship and tied the knot on December 5, 2011 in LA.

Since tying the knot, the couple has not only enjoyed marital bliss but also worked together professionally. Russell co-hosted her husband’s short-lived talk show. The Jeff Probst Show , in 2013.

Wealth (income and earnings)

Jeff Probst has a net worth of $40 million. His wealth comes from his career gain over the years. Aside from Survivor, where he earns $4 million a year, the Kansas native is a filmmaker and has directed at least two films including Finder’s Reward (2001) and Kiss Me (2014). The television host is also a New York Times bestselling author for a children’s adventure series aptly titled Stranded . There is no doubt that he must have earned a handsome sum from these ventures.

Height

Probst is 5ft 11in tall (1.80m) and weighs 169lb or 77kg. His hair color is dark brown while his eye color is blue. The TV presenter is in good physical shape for someone his age. Although he has revealed the exact details of his fitness plan, there is no doubt that his enviable physique has something to do with his physically demanding job as the survivor’s host.

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