Bridie Jabour is an Australian journalist, author, and editor known for her commentary on social affairs, politics, and culture. She was born on May 26 in Australia. She began her journalism career at The North West Star newspaper and has worked for Fairfax and News Corp Australia.

In 2018, Jabour published her debut novel, “The Way Things Should Be,” exploring the complexities of modern relationships and family dynamics. Her 2021 book, “Trivial Grievances: On the Contradictions, Myths and Misery of Your 30s,” offers a witty examination of millennial life and challenges.

Let’s explore Bridie Jabour’s biography to know more about her career, education, height, awards and achievement.

Bridie Jabour Wiki & Early Life

Bridie Jabour Wiki
Full NameBridie Jabour
ProfessionJournalist, Author, Editor
AgeYet to be updated
Date of BirthMay 26
NationalityAustralian
Zodiac/Sun SignYet to be updated
BirthplaceAustralia
Current AddressAustralia

Bridie Jabour Husband and Children

Bridie Jabour with her Son

​Bridie Jabour is married to Matthew Quagliotto, a journalist at The Daily Telegraph. Together, they have two young sons. ​

In recent years, the family has experienced significant events that have influenced Jabour’s perspective on life. In 2019, her elder son suffered a sudden seizure, an incident that profoundly affected her. 

More recently, the family survived a serious car accident when their vehicle was struck by a truck and rolled three times; remarkably, all members emerged largely unharmed. ​[1]

Relationship StatusMarried
Husband Matthew Quagliotto, journalist at The Daily Telegraph
Children Two sons

Bridie Jabour Family

Bridie Jabour's Brother

Bridie Jabour’s family details are mostly private, but some information is available. Her mother’s name is Philobj, while her father’s name has not been publicly shared. She also has a sister named Apjabour.

She has spoken about her relationships with her siblings, often mentioning family dynamics in her writings.

Parent’s NameFather: Name yet to be updated
Mother: Philobj
SiblingsSister: Apjabour

Bridie Jabour Career

Bridie Jabour is a prominent Australian journalist, author, and editor known for her insightful commentary on social affairs, politics, and culture.​

Jabour commenced her journalism career at The North West Star newspaper and later worked extensively for Fairfax and News Corp Australia. In 2013, she joined Guardian Australia, where she served as a general news reporter, covering federal politics, state elections, and social issues. [2]

Roles at Guardian Australia

At Guardian Australia, Jabour advanced to the position of Assistant News Editor, contributing significantly to the newsroom’s operations. She also held the role of Opinion Editor, overseeing opinion pieces and contributing her writings on various topics. 

Currently, she serves as the Associate Editor (Audio/Visual), leading the production of the daily news podcast “Full Story,” as well as narrative podcasts, news videos, explainers, and short documentaries.

Published Works

In 2018, Jabour published her debut novel, The Way Things Should Be, which was later released in the UK under the title My Not So Functional Family. The novel explores family dynamics and societal expectations. 

Her second book, Trivial Grievances: On the Contradictions, Myths, and Misery of Your 30s, released in 2021, combines memoir, journalism, and philosophy to delve into the millennial experience, particularly the challenges and realizations faced in their early 30s.

Current Activities

As of 2025, Jabour continues her role as Associate Editor (Audio/Visual) at Guardian Australia, overseeing various audio and visual content productions. She also co-hosts the news and culture podcast “Cool Story” with writer Bri Lee, where they discuss current events and literary topics. 

Additionally, Jabour is scheduled to chair a session titled “The Generation Gulf” at the Festival of Dangerous Ideas in August 2025, focusing on the generational divide and societal changes.

Awards

YearAward/NominationCategoryNotes/Details
2014NSW Media AwardsJournalismNominated for coverage of the Lindt Cafe Siege [3]
2014Queensland Media AwardsJournalismNominated for reporting on Queensland state politics
2021Walkley Awards (Judge)Journalism ExcellenceServed as a judge for the 66th Walkley Awards [4]

Controversies  

​Bridie Jabour has not been directly involved in any public controversies herself. However, as a female journalist, she has been subjected to significant online abuse and threats, particularly of a sexual and violent nature. In a 2018 interview, she revealed that receiving rape threats had become a “regular experience,” estimating the number to be in the high hundreds or even thousands. 

She also recounted an incident where her younger sister faced severe online abuse after expressing support for her, highlighting the pervasive nature of such harassment. [5]

Additionally, her 2021 book, Trivial Grievances: On the Contradictions, Myths, and Misery of Your 30s, received mixed reviews. While some praised its insights into millennial life, others felt it did not fully expand upon the themes introduced in her original viral article. [6]

Bridie Jabour Height, Weight, & Physical Stats

Bridie Jabour Height
HeightYet to be updated
Hair ColorBrown
Eye ColorBlack

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Interesting Facts About Bridie Jabour

  1. Bridie Jabour co-hosts the “Cool Story” podcast with writer Bri Lee, where they discuss current events and literature.
  2. She has a deep appreciation for literature, citing books like Light Years by Elizabeth Jane Howard and Wow, No Thank You by Samantha Irby as significant influences.
  3. Bridie Jabour has reflected on the challenges and contradictions faced by millennials, particularly those in their 30s, in her writings.
  4. She has been an advocate for appreciating the ordinary aspects of life, finding beauty in daily routines and relationships.
References
  1. ABC
  2. Austlit
  3. Google Books
  4. Walkley
  5. Buzzfeed
  6. Crikey