Former judge Jeanine Pirro is an American television personality and author. She has amassed a substantial net worth in law, media and publishing. Her legal career, television appearances and book sales have made her a name in the legal and press circles. This article reveals her net worth ad factors that have contributed to it.
Background and Early Life of Jorge Jeanine
Jeanine Ferris Pirro was born to her Lebanese-American parents on June 2, 1951, in Elmira, New York. Her father was a mobile home salesperson and her mom a department store model. Growing up in a modest middle class family taught Pirro hard work and determination from a young age. Her academics were excellent and she had an early interest in law.
Pirro graduated from Notre Dame High School and had a Bachelor of Arts from the University at Buffalo. She later obtained a Juris Doctor from Albany Law School in 1975. That early exposure to the difficulties of being a female in a traditionally male field propelled her ambition and drive to succeed.
Pirro has had a turbulent private life as much as her professional one. In 1975, she married Albert Pirro and had two children – Christi and Alexander. But their marriage was troubled by Albert’s legal issues, including a 2000 tax evasion case. Pirro hung in there despite the setbacks and continued to grow professionally in the legal and media fields.
Jorge Jeanine’s Net Worth
As of the latest estimates, Judge Jeanine Pirro’s net worth is approximately $14 million. This wealth has been accumulated through the following;
Legal Careers and Judicial Roles
Jeanine Pirro began her legal career by becoming a solicitor. She completed law school and was Assistant District Attorney of Westchester County, New York. Her work with the DA’s office, particularly in the Domestic Violence & Child Abuse Bureau earned her acclaim for her diligence and effectiveness in prosecuting matters. This early success prepared her for her later work as judge and district attorney.
Pirro served on the Westchester County Court as the first female judge in 1990. As a judge, she further cultivated her image as a hard working lawyer. In 1993, she became District Attorney of Westchester County for three terms. Her tenure remained focused on domestic violence and crimes against children and earned her much acclaim and a salary that helped her net worth grow.
Television Career and Media Presence
Although her legal career was successful, Jeanine Pirro transitioned to television and raised her wealth and public image. She began running her own television show, Judge Jeanine Pirro, in 2006, on the CW network. The show covered legal and social issues and earned her a Daytime Emmy Award.
Pirro most recent role is as a Fox News presenter, hosting the program “Justice with Judge Jeanine” in 2011. It was a Saturday night show where Pirro offered political and legal commentary often conservatively. Strong opinions and a charismatic delivery made the show popular with viewers, earning her high ratings and a large salary. Pirro has also appeared on other Fox News shows besides “Justice with Jeanine,” which has only added to her income.
Books and Publishing
Author Jeanine Pirro also has written several books that have helped her net worth. Her books are fiction and non-fiction including, “Liars, Leakers, and Liberals: The Case against the Anti-Trump Conspiracy.” They are conservative books that her audience has found entertaining and have become bestsellers. Success with her books has created another stream of income.
Conclusion
Judge Jeanine Pirro has become financially successful because of her work, flexibility and ability to excel in numerous fields. From prosecutor to television personality and author, Pirro has stood by her career and her beliefs. Success in law, media and publishing has made her a multi-millionaire with a legal and media legacy.