Melissa Lee, born on November 4, 1974(Age: 50 years old), in Great Neck, New York, is a well-known reporter, journalist, and news anchor for CNBC. Since January 2009, she has occasionally hosted “Closing Bell” when the anchor is unavailable, and she has also hosted “Options Action.” Currently, Melissa Lee is the host of CNBC’s 5pm ET daily show, “Fast Money.”

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Melissa Lee Wiki & Early Life

Melissa Lee Wiki
Full NameMelissa Lee
Nick NameMelissa
ProfessionNews Reporter, Journalist, and News Anchor
Age50 years old
Date of Birth4 November 1974
NationalityAmerican
Zodiac/Sun SignScorpio
Birthplace Great Neck, New York, United States
Current AddressNew York

Melissa Lee’s Husband, Boyfriend and Relationship

Relationship StatusMarried

Melissa Lee Family

Melissa Lee’s family history carries a tale of immigration and aspiration. Her grandfather embarked on a journey from rural China to Buffalo, New York, accompanied by his wife and children. Lee’s father, a Columbia University graduate, later settled in Great Neck, New York.

Growing up in this environment, Melissa Lee developed a deep admiration for the vibrant city of New York.

Parent’s NameYet To Update
SiblingsYet To Update
Husband/BoyfriendHusband: Benjamin Kallo
Children Daughter

Melissa Lee Education

SchoolYet To Update
Alma MaterHarvard University
Highest QualificationGraduated

Career

Melissa Lee’s journey into the world of journalism is marked by an impressive array of experiences. Her career began as a reporter for her hometown newspaper, the Great Neck Record. She went on to graduate from Harvard College with a Bachelor of Arts in Government in 1995, and during her time there, she served as the Assistant Managing Editor of The Harvard Crimson.

Prior to joining CNBC News Channel in 2004, Lee honed her skills at Bloomberg Television and CNN Financial News. Before her television career took off, she worked as a consultant at Mercer Management Consulting, focusing on the banking and credit card sectors.

Melissa Lee’s hosting prowess extends beyond her role as the host of CNBC’s “Fast Money.” She took over this daily show in 2009, following Dylan Ratigan’s departure, and eventually earned two Emmy Award nominations for her contributions to Business News.

Additionally, Lee has hosted several CNBC documentaries, covering diverse topics from the business of pleasure to cyber threats. As of 2013, she hosted three CNBC programs: “Fast Money,” “Options Action,” and “Money in Motion: Currency Trading.” Since February 9, 2015, Melissa Lee has been one of the four hosts for “Power Lunch,” showcasing her versatility and expertise in the world of financial journalism.

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Melissa Lee Net Worth, Salary

Net Worth in Dollars (Approx.)$300k
Salary Annually (Approx.)$26-78k

Melissa Lee Height

Melissa Lee Height
Image Source: Reddit
HeightIn centimeters: 173 cm
In meters: 1.73 m
In Feet: 5 Feet 8 Inches
WeightIn KG: 58 Kgs,
In Pounds: 127 Lbs

Melissa Lee Twitter, Instagram

TwitterTwitter Profile@MelissaLeeCNBC
InstagramInstagram Profile@melissaleecnbc

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9 Interesting Facts About Melissa Lee

  1. Melissa was born on 4th November 1974 (50 years old).
  2. She is a renowned reporter, journalist, and news anchor for CNBC.
  3. Melissa Lee has occasionally hosted “Closing Bell” since January 2009 when the anchor is unavailable.
  4. She has also hosted “Options Action,” showcasing her versatility in financial reporting.
  5. Currently, Melissa is the host of CNBC’s 5 pm ET daily show, “Fast Money.
  6. Her family history includes immigration from rural China to Buffalo, New York, with her grandfather leading the way.
  7. Melissa Lee’s father is a graduate of Columbia University, and she grew up in Great Neck, New York.
  8. Melissa is a Harvard University graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in Government.
  9. Before joining CNBC in 2004, she worked at Bloomberg Television, CNN Financial News, and Mercer Management Consulting, where she focused on the banking and credit card sectors.

FAQs

When and where was Melissa Lee born?

She was born on 4 November 1974 (50 years old), in Great Neck, New York

What is Melissa Lee’s current profession?

She is a news reporter, journalist, and news anchor for CNBC.

What are some of the shows Melissa Lee has hosted?

She has hosted “Closing Bell,” “Options Action,” and currently hosts CNBC’s “Fast Money.”