Joe Scarborough is an American television host, attorney, and former politician, who was born on 9 April 1963 in Atlanta, Georgia. 

How did he go from being a U.S. Congressman to a well-known TV host? 

Joe 61 years old started his career in politics, representing Florida’s 1st congressional district. But his journey didn’t stop there. After leaving Congress in 2001, Joe made a bold switch to television, where he became the co-host of Morning Joe on MSNBC. 

Ever wondered how someone with conservative roots became a sharp political commentator and an independent voice? 

His transformation over the years, both politically and personally, has kept people talking. From Capitol Hill to morning TV, Joe’s story is one of evolution and reinvention.

Let’s read Joe Scarborough’s Biography to learn about his wife, children, family, education, and more. 

Joe Scarborough Wiki & Early Life

Joe Scarborough Wiki
Full NameCharles Joseph Scarborough
ProfessionTelevision Host, Attorney, Former Politician
Age61 years old
Date of Birth9 April 1963
NationalityAmerican
Zodiac/Sun SignAries
BirthplaceAtlanta, Georgia, U.S.
Current AddressNew York, U.S.

Joe Scarborough Wife, Children

Joe Scarborough has been married three times. He married his current wife, Morning Joe co-host Mika Brzezinski, in 2018. He has four biological children: two from his first marriage to Melanie Hinton and two from his second marriage to Susan Waren​.

Relationship StatusMarried
Wife/GirlfriendEx-wife: Melanie Hinton, Susan Waren
Wife: Mika Brzezinski
Children Son: Joey Scarborough, Andrew Scarborough, Jack Scarborough
Daughter: Katherine Clark Scarborough 

Joe Scarborough Family

Details about Joe Scarborough’s parents George Francis and Mary. He grew up in a middle-class family in Georgia. Joe supported his brother George Scarborough’s campaign for a Florida state office. His sibling’s names are not public.

Parent’s NameFather: George Francis Scarborough
Mother: Mary Joanna 
SiblingsYet to be updated

Joe Scarborough Education

Joe Scarborough attended Pensacola Catholic High School. Later, Joe earned a B.A. from the University of Alabama and later obtained his J.D. (Juris Doctor) from the University of Florida. He practiced law before transitioning into politics​.

SchoolPensacola Catholic High School 
Alma MaterUniversity of Alabama & University of Florida
Highest QualificationB.A. &  J.D. 

Joe Scarborough Career

Joe Scarborough began his career as an attorney before being elected as a Republican U.S. Representative for Florida’s 1st congressional district, serving from 1995 to 2001. After leaving politics, he became a television host, launching Scarborough Country on MSNBC, and later co-hosting Morning Joe from 2007 onwards​.

YearRoleCompany
1991AttorneyBeggs & Lane Law Firm, Pensacola, Florida
1994-2001U.S. Representative for Florida’s 1st DistrictUnited States Congress
1999FounderThe Florida Sun newspaper
2003-2007Host of Scarborough CountryMSNBC
2004AuthorHarperCollins (Published Rome Wasn’t Burnt in a Day)
2005Radio Show HostThe Joe Scarborough Show
2007-PresentCo-host of Morning JoeMSNBC
2017Independent Political CommentatorSelf-employed, left the Republican Party
2020AuthorHarperCollins (Published Saving Freedom)

Awards

YearAward
1996Friend of the Taxpayer Award
1996Guardian of Small Business Award
1996Spirit of Enterprise Award
1996Taxpayer’s Hero Award
1996Guardian of Seniors’ Rights Award
2010Emmy Award Nomination

Controversies

YearControversyDetails
2001Resignation from CongressScarborough resigned unexpectedly, five months into his fourth term, citing family reasons, which sparked speculation.
2001Death of Lori KlausutisA staffer, Lori Klausutis, was found dead in his district office; while the death was ruled accidental, conspiracy theories resurfaced later​.
2017Feud with Donald TrumpPublic disagreements with President Trump, after Scarborough left the Republican Party, led to Trump criticizing Scarborough on Twitter​.
2005 & 2006Allegations in Senate CampaignScarborough was falsely accused by Rep. Katherine Harris’s aides of involvement in the death of his staffer to prevent him from running for the U.S. Senate​.

Joe Scarborough Net Worth, Salary

Net Worth in Dollars (Approx.)$25 Million
Salary (Approx.)$8 Million

Joe Scarborough Height, Weight & Physical Stats

HeightIn centimeters: 193 cm
In meters: 1.93 m
In feet & inches: 6 feet 4 inches
WeightIn kg: Yet to be updated
In lbs: Yet to be updated
Body MeasurementsYet to be updated
Hair ColourBlonde
Eye ColourBrown

Joe Scarborough Instagram, X, Facebook

InstagramInstagram Profile joescarborough
XX (Twitter) Icon @JoeNBC
FacebookFacebook Profile JoeNBC

10 Interesting Facts About Joe Scarborough

  1. He led a rock band called Regular Joe that performed at political events.
  2. In 1999, he founded a local newspaper called The Florida Sun​.
  3. Scarborough voted to impeach President Bill Clinton in 1998​.
  4. He briefly returned to practicing law after leaving Congress in 2001.
  5. Joe resigned from Congress just five months into his fourth term, surprising many​.
  6. Scarborough’s son was diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome, a form of autism​.
  7. He considered running for the U.S. Senate in 2006 but chose to stay in television​.
  8. Joe left the Republican Party in 2017, becoming an Independent​.
  9. Scarborough once served on the President’s Council on the 21st Century Workforce.
  10. He received several awards in Congress, including Friend of the Taxpayer.

FAQs

Does Joe Scarborough have a disabled child?

Yes, his son was diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome, a mild form of autism.

How many biological children does Joe Scarborough have?

Joe Scarborough has four biological children from his three marriages​.

What is the net worth and salary of Joe Scarborough?

His net worth is estimated to be around $25 million, with an annual salary of approximately $8 million​.

How many marriages has Joe Scarborough had?

Joe Scarborough has been married three times: first to Melanie Hinton, then to Susan Waren, and currently to Mika Brzezinski.