Tony McGuire is a Scotland-based video journalist and reporter at GB News.
Viewers know him for on-the-ground reports across Scotland, including a New Year’s Day “Loony Dook” plunge that drew strong attention online.
His work focuses on Scottish politics, local communities, and live news from Glasgow to the Highlands.
Keep reading Tony McGuire’s Wiki to learn more about his family, partner, career, education, and facts.
Tony McGuire Wiki & Early Life
| Full Name | Tony McGuire |
| Profession | Video Journalist, Reporter |
| Age | Yet to be updated |
| Date of Birth | Yet to be updated |
| Nationality | Scottish |
| Zodiac/Sun Sign | Yet to be updated |
| Birthplace | Yet to be updated |
| Current Address | Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom |
Tony McGuire Wife
Tony is a happily married guy. He married Jen on 27th July 2023. Other details about their relationship, wedding, and Jen’s profession are yet to be updated.
It is also known that Mrs. Jen McGuire was born on 2nd July 1988 (38 years old).
| Relationship Status | Married |
| Wife | Jen McGuire |
Tony McGuire Family
Tony’s father’s name is Clan McGuire; other details about his mother and siblings are yet to be updated.
| Parent’s Name | Father: Clan McGuire Mother: Yet to be updated |
| Siblings | Yet to be updated |
Tony McGuire Education
Tony McGuire had done a BS in Zoology & Marine Biology from the University of Glasgow, then completed an MLitt in Journalism at the University of Strathclyde.
| Alma Mater | University of Glasgow; University of Strathclyde |
| Highest Qualification | BS in Zoology & Marine Biology; MLitt in Journalism |
Tony McGuire Career
Tony McGuire started as a freelance video editor (2011) in the Greater Glasgow area. He cut news, events, and branded clips for local clients and outlets.
2012 to 2015 — Teaching at the University of Strathclyde
He taught on the Digital Journalism MLitt. He built workshops and lecture materials and assessed multimedia projects focused on video, social, SEO, and publishing tools.
2014 to 2016 — Scottish Daily Record and Sunday Mail
He moved into a multimedia newsroom role. He produced 50+ backstage music videos at T in the Park, ran the referendum live blog, and adapted print for online.
2017 to 2019 — The Scotsman
He produced live and post-production coverage at major Edinburgh events. In 2017, he led a 200-video bicentenary series highlighting Scots across culture, sport, and business.
2019 to 2023 — JPIMedia commercial work
He served as a commercial video editor, producing made-to-order partner content for use across the group’s sites.
2021 to 2023 — Freelance videographer
Alongside JPIMedia, he took freelance commissions in video, podcasting, and digital marketing under TonyMcGuire.com.
2023 to Present — GB News Scotland reporter
He joined GB News in January 2023. Based in Glasgow and working remotely, he plans, films, edits, writes, and broadcasts solo.
He builds sources across the Scottish Government and wider politics to report Scotland’s biggest stories to a national audience.
Colleagues and on-air collaborators
- Cameron Walker and Miriam Cates hosted the segment during Tony’s New Year’s “Loony Dook” report, with Tony reporting live from the Firth of Forth.
- Katherine Forster: appeared with Tony in an analysis segment at the end of the SNP–Greens coalition, combining his Scotland reporting with her political brief.
| Year | Role/Title | Organization/Project |
| 2011 to 2014 | Freelance Video Editor | Various clients, Greater Glasgow |
| 2012 to 2015 | Masters Journalism Tutor | University of Strathclyde |
| 2014 to 2016 | Multimedia Digital Journalist | Scottish Daily Record and Sunday Mail |
| 2017 to 2019 | Video Editor, later Editorial Video Producer | The Scotsman |
| 2019 to 2023 | Commercial Video Editor | JPIMedia |
| 2021 to 2023 | Freelance Videographer | TonyMcGuire.com |
| Jan 2023-Present | Scotland Reporter, Video Journalist | GB News |
| 2023-Present | On-air reports and features | The GB News site and YouTube |
| 2025 | Reporter, investigation piece | GB News site |
Tony McGuire Net Worth, Salary
The estimated net worth and annual salary of GB News presenter Tony are yet to be determined.
| Net Worth in Dollars (Approx.) | Yet to be updated |
| Salary (Approx.) | Yet to be updated |
Tony McGuire Height, Weight & Physical Stats
Tony has dark brown hair and blue eyes, as observed in his social media pictures. Other details, such as his height, weight, and body measurements, are yet to be updated.
| 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 | Dark brown |
| Eye Color | Blue |
Tony McGuire Instagram, X, Facebook, LinkedIn
 @tmcgvideo | |
| X |  @tmcgvideo |
 @tonyjmcguire | |
 @tmcgvideo | |
| Own site |  tonymcguire.business.blog |
More From GB News
Interesting Facts About Tony McGuire
- Tony McGuire often works solo for GB News in Scotland, handling research, filming, editing, writing, and live hits.
- Tony went viral for joining the 40th anniversary Loony Dook plunge on New Year’s Day.
- He helped produce a large video run for The Scotsman’s bicentenary year.
- He was shortlisted in JPIMedia’s internal awards for Video/Image of the Year in 2019.
- McGuire reported live from Glasgow during the Scotland teacher strikes coverage.
FAQs
Who is Tony McGuire?
Tony McGuire is a Scotland-based reporter and video journalist at GB News, covering politics, courts, and community stories.
When did Tony McGuire join GB News?
Tony McGuire started in January 2023 and reports across Scotland, often working solo from Glasgow.
What did Tony McGuire do before GB News?
Tony McGuire held video roles at The Scotsman and JPIMedia, worked freelance, and taught on Strathclyde’s MLitt in Digital Journalism.
Who has Tony McGuire worked with on air?
Tony McGuire has appeared in segments tied to GB News presenters and correspondents such as Cameron Walker and Katherine Forster.
