Dan Bongino is a famous American radio show host, author, and conservative political commentator. Born on December 4, 1974, the 48 years old has served in different capacities, making him an all-round media personality. Bongino worked as a special agent in 1999 to 2011 and was later assigned to the PPD during George W. Bush’s last term in power.
Bongino attends 2022 FOX Nation Patriot Awards at Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel. (Photo by Jason Koerner/Getty Images)
Dan Bongino is also the author of Life Inside the Bubble, which talks extensively about his career as a Secret Service agent. Bongino hosts The Dan Bongino Show on famed Rumble. Besides, he left Fox News on April 2023 after hosting the Unfiltered w/Dan Bongino. But what propelled him to join the media field? This Bongino bio informs you more about this prominent media personality.
Queens College (BS, MS), Pennsylvania State University (MBA)
Occupation
Political commentator, radio show host, author
Net worth
$150million
Marital status
Married
Spouse
Paula Martinez
Children
2 (Amelia Bongino, Isabel Bongino)
Height
6’1’’
Who is Dan Bongino?
Host Bongino as US Open winner Gary Woodland visits “FOX & Friends”. (Photo by Roy Rochlin/Getty Images)
Dan Bongino is a popular American political commentator, radio show host, and author. He previously served at NYPD and is a former Secret Service agent. Currently, Bongino runs a program on Rumble, “The Dan Bongino Show.”
Bongino is married to a Columbian lady, Paula Andrea, and they have two daughters. His wife used to run three businesses from home, whereby she could sell martial art apparel, consult on security and risk management, and design websites. Bongino is the father to Isabel Bongino and Amelia Bongino.
Early life
Dan Bongino age is 47 years as he was born on December 4, 1974. He grew up in Queens, New York City. Dan Bongino parents divorced while he was still young, but his mother remarried, making Dan brought up by his step-father. He later relocated with his family to Nassau County. Bongino pursued a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Queens College.
Dan furthered his studies at the City University of New York to attain a master’s degree in psychology. He joined NYPD and served for a few years before joining the Secret Service’s training program.
Education
Bongino attended the Archbishop Molloy High School. Also, he has a degree in Psychology from Queens College. He later pursued a master’s degree in Psychology from the City University of New York but stopped midway to join NYPD.
Bongino later joined the United States Secret Service to get training in protective intelligence, criminal investigation, and counterterrorism. In addition to his education, Dan has authored several books on current events and politics.
Career
Congressional candidate in Maryland’s 6th District Bongino on Radio Row. (Melina Mara/The Washington Post via Getty Images)
Bongino has served in various capacities, including politics, media, and law enforcement. He began working with the NYPD before joining the Secret Service in 1999, where he served for 12 years. He was assigned to the PPD, providing security to Presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama.
Bongino was a 2016 Republican candidate and unsuccessfully ran for Congress in Maryland but gained a massive following. He has worked as a political commentator, podcaster, and radio host. The Dan Bongino Show is a popular program syndicated nationwide.
Bongino radio show, The Dan Bongino Show, covers culture, current events, and politics from a conservative perspective. The program debuted in 2018, and it’s available as a podcast. Bongino is loved for his passionate and energetic style and often uses the platform to criticize politicians and liberal policies.
Where can I listen to Dan Bongino’s new radio show?
You can listen to The Dan Bongino Show on several radio stations across the U.S. The show can be accessed via Bongino’s website and other platforms, such as Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple.
Dan Bongino net worth
Bongino speaks onstage during Politicon 2018 at Los Angeles Convention Center. (Photo by Phillip Faraone/Getty Images for Politicon )
Bongino is an American author estimated to be worth $150 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth. He has been a commentator and host on local and national radio shows. Dan Bongino salary for Fox News is about $3 million, with books royalty averaging $1 million.
Besides he owns 14.4% of the Rumble Stock. Based on the company SEC filings records, he owns over 16 million shares. With each price share being $8, it makes his worth around $130 million in the company.
Dan Bongino health
On September 23, 2020, Bongino announced his diagnosis of a throat tumor. He later went for the surgery, and the entire tumor was removed. However, On October 16, Bongino confirmed the official diagnosis of Hodgkin’s lymphoma. After long period of chemo treatment, he is now cancer free.
What happened to Dan Bongino arm?
Dan Bongino hand surgery went well, as he shared on his Facebook account. He shared about his challenges with an elbow wrought. The years of arm bars during his Secret Service training were the cause of this medical problem.
Who is Dan Bongino wife?
Bongino with his wife Paula Andrea. Photo: Phillip Faraone. Source: Getty Images
Bongino is married to Paula Andrea Bongino, a web designer and businesswoman. Paula was born on August 2, 1975, in Cali, Columbia, but relocated to the U.S. for further studies. The couple is blessed with two amazing daughters, Amelia and Isabel.
Bongino may still feature as a guest on Fox News shows.
Dan Bongino has gained popularity for his fearless criticism and views of liberal politicians and policies. The Secret Service agent turned political commentator and author has a solid footing in the media industry. He has a considerable fanbase and continues to rule in conservative media.