Abby Phillip, born on November 25, 1988, is a 35 years old American journalist best known for her insightful political reporting and anchoring on CNN. She gained widespread recognition for her work covering the Trump administration and for co-moderating the 2020 Democratic Presidential Primary Debate.

Currently, she hosts “CNN NewsNight with Abby Phillip,” where she continues to shape conversations on major political issues.

Find more on Abby Phillip Biography and learn about her age, husband, family, education, career, awards, and facts.

Abby Phillip Wiki & Early Life

Abby Phillip Wiki
Full NameAbigail Daniella Phillip 
ProfessionJournalist, Political Correspondent, News Anchor
Age35 years old
Date of Birth25 November 1988
NationalityAmerican
Zodiac/Sun SignSagittarius
BirthplaceVirginia, USA
Current AddressWashington, D.C

Abby Phillip Husband, Children

Abby Phillip with her Husband and Daughter

Phillip is married to Marcus Richardson, (A cybersecurity consultant). The couple got married in May 2018 at the historic Larz Anderson House. They have one daughter, Naomi Angelina Richardson, born in August 2021. Naomi’s middle name honors Abby’s late maternal grandmother, Angelina.

Relationship StatusMarried
Husband/BoyfriendHusband: Marcus Richardson
Children Daughter: Naomi Angelina 

Abby Phillip Family

Abby Phillip with her Parents

Phillip comes from a large family and has five siblings, including two sisters named Asha and Ann-Marie. Her parents are of Afro-Trinidadian descent, and she was raised in Bowie, Maryland.

Abby has often spoken about how her upbringing in a close-knit, supportive family has influenced her values and work ethic​.

Parent’s NameFather: Carlos Phillip
Mother: June Phillip
SiblingsSister: Asha, Ann-Marie

Abby Phillip Education

Abby went to Bowie High School and later on she pursued her higher education at Harvard University, where she graduated with a degree in Government. Initially interested in becoming a heart surgeon, she shifted her focus to journalism after discovering her passion for storytelling during a service trip to Mississippi.

This change in direction led her to a successful career in political journalism, where her Harvard background has played a crucial role in shaping her analytical approach to reporting.

SchoolBowie High School
Alma MaterHarvard University
Highest QualificationBachelor of Arts in Government

Abby Phillip Career

Abby is a prominent journalist who began her career at ABC News before working at Politico as a White House reporter. She gained significant recognition at The Washington Post for covering major events like the 2016 presidential campaign. In 2017, she joined CNN as a White House correspondent, where she reported on the Trump administration and later co-moderated the 2020 Democratic Primary Debate.

Currently, she is the host of “CNN NewsNight,” a prime-time news show, solidifying her place as a leading political analyst.

YearPositionOrganization
2010InternABC News
2010Reporter and BloggerPolitico
2012-2014Reporter and ProducerABC News (WJLA)
2014-2017National Political ReporterThe Washington Post
2016Campaign ReporterThe Washington Post
2017White House CorrespondentCNN
2020Co-ModeratorDemocratic Presidential Primary Debate
2020-2021Anchor of Inside Politics SundayCNN
2021AuthorFlatiron Books
2023-PresentAnchor of CNN NewsNight with Abby PhillipCNN

Awards

YearAward
2021TIME100 Next List
2021National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) Recognition

Abby Phillip Net Worth, Salary

Net Worth in Dollars (Approx.)$2 million
Salary (Approx.)$94k to $102k per year

Abby Phillip Height, Weight & Physical Stats

Abby Phillip Height
HeightIn centimeters: 170 cm
In meters: 1.70 m
In feet & inches: 5 feet 7 inches
WeightIn kg: 58 kg
In lbs: 128 lbs
Hair ColourBlack
Eye ColourDark Brown

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10 Interesting Facts About Abby Phillip

  1. Abby originally planned to become a heart surgeon before switching to journalism.
  2. She developed a passion for journalism during a service trip to Mississippi​.
  3. Abby is an honorary member of Delta Sigma Theta sorority.
  4. She and her husband, Marcus Richardson, met at a rooftop party in Washington, D.C.​
  5. Her daughter’s middle name, Angelina, honors Abby’s late maternal grandmother​.
  6. Abby has five siblings, and she is close to her family.
  7. She was named to the TIME100 Next list in 2021.
  8. Abby co-moderated the 2020 Democratic Primary Debate​.
  9. She signed a book deal in 2020 to write about Jesse Jackson’s 1988 presidential run​.
  10. Abby was promoted to host CNN NewsNight in 2023, a significant career milestone.

FAQs

What has happened to Abby Phillips on CNN?

Abby Phillip now hosts CNN NewsNight, a prime-time show at 10 p.m. ET, marking a significant career advancement.

Who is Abby Phillip’s husband?

Abby Phillip is married to Marcus Richardson, (A cybersecurity consultant)​.

When did Abby Phillip have her baby?

Abby Phillip had her daughter, Naomi Angelina, in August 2021​.

What is Abby Phillip’s annual salary?

Abby’s salary is expected to be around $94,000 to $102,000 yearly.