Nathan Downer Age, Wiki, Wife, Family, Career, Net Worth

Toronto’s most-watched local newscaster, Nathan Downer, is best known for co-anchoring the 6 p.m. newscast on CTV News Toronto (CFTO-DT).

Nathan became widely recognized in 2014 after a live interview with boxer Mike Tyson.

Downer has also a three-time Canadian Screen Award nominations for Best Local Television Anchor in multiple years.

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Quick Facts of Nathan Downer

Full Name	Nathan Downer
Profession	Television journalist, news anchor
Age	Yet to be updated
Date of Birth	Yet to be updated
Nationality	Canadian
Zodiac/Sun Sign	Yet to be updated
Birthplace	Canada
Current Address	Downtown Toronto, Canada
Gender	Male

Nathan Downer Early Life and Education

Nathan Downer was raised in Scarborough, Ontario, Canada.

In his early years, he lived in several parts of the GTA, including Scarborough, Regent Park, and Mississauga.

Education

He went to the University of Toronto for his undergraduate studies and later completed a post-graduation in journalism at George Brown College.

Alma Mater	University of Toronto; George Brown College
Highest Qualification	Post-graduation in Journalism

Nathan Downer Personal Life

Nathan Downer is married to Claudia Downer. The couple has a son named Jason (born in 2005).

Family

Downer’s parents are immigrants from Jamaica who came to Canada.

Relationship Status	Married
Wife	Claudia Downer
Children	Son: Jason
Parents	Yet to be updated
Siblings	Yet to be updated

Nathan Downer Career

Nathan Downer is a Toronto-based TV journalist and news anchor with Bell Media.

He is the co-anchor of CTV News Toronto at Noon and CTV News at Six, alongside Michelle Dubé on CFTO-DT.

He was named the permanent co-anchor in December 2019, replacing long-time anchor Ken Shaw.

He began co-anchoring CTV News Toronto at Noon on December 10, 2019, and took over the full 6 p.m. role on January 7, 2020, after Shaw’s final newscast.

Before CTV News Toronto, Downer spent about 11 years at CP24 as an anchor and reporter.

During that time, he covered major Toronto stories and live events, including election coverage, the Bruce McArthur investigation, and the Toronto Raptors’ 2019 NBA championship celebrations.

Along with his evening anchoring work, he is part of CTV Toronto’s weekday early-evening lineup.

CTV News Toronto at Five is anchored by Zuraidah Alman, followed by CTV National News at 5:30 p.m. with Sandie Rinaldo.

Nathan also became widely known in September 2014 after a live CP24 interview with boxer Mike Tyson turned heated on air.

Nathan Downer Controversies

Nathan Downer has been linked to a few widely reported on-air moments.

Mike Tyson interview (September 10, 2014): While working at CP24, Downer interviewed boxer Mike Tyson live on air in Toronto. During the interview, Downer asked Tyson about the impact of his past conviction on Toronto Mayor Rob Ford’s campaign. Tyson responded with repeated profanity on live television. The segment later drew public complaints.
CTV apology for airing a video (May 22, 2020): During a CTV News Toronto broadcast, Downer told viewers it was wrong to air a video that showed “non-consensual behaviour,” and said what happened in the video was unacceptable.

Nathan Downer Net Worth

Nathan Downer’s estimated net worth is around $500,000, but her salary is still to be determined.

Net Worth in Dollars (Approx.)	$500,000
Salary (Approx.)	Yet to be updated

Nathan Downer Height, Weight & Physical Stats

Below are the physical stats of Nathan Downer:

Height	In centimetres: Yet to be updated In meters: Yet to be updated In feet & inches: Yet to be updated
Weight	In kg: Yet to be updated In lbs: Yet to be updated
Body Measurements	Yet to be updated
Hair Color	Bald
Eye Color	Dark brown

Interesting Facts About Nathan Downer

In 2014, Nathan became widely known after a live CP24 interview with Mike Tyson turned heated on air.
Downer is an active member of the Canadian Association of Black Journalists, contributing to efforts that promote diversity.