One of Fox Business News journalist Maria Bartiromo recently made headlines again after her abrupt departure from Fox News Media in September 2026. Many online critics focused on past interviews without fully acknowledging her decades-long trailblazing career in financial journalism. Here’s the complete, updated look at her achievements, the latest career developments, her age, bio, husband, salary history, and net worth as of September 2026.
What Is Maria Bartiromo’s Net Worth and Salary in 2026?
Maria Bartiromo has built one of the most lucrative careers in financial television. As of September 2026, her estimated net worth stands at approximately $50 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth.
During her later years at Fox, she earned a reported annual salary of around $10 million. Court documents from related litigation indicated she made roughly $70 million over her entire 12½-year tenure at Fox News Media. Earlier at CNBC she reportedly earned in the $4–6 million range annually.
She was nicknamed “Money Honey” for pioneering live reporting from the floor of the New York Stock Exchange as the first woman to do so regularly. Additional income has come from books, speaking engagements, and real-estate investments.
Journalist Maria Bartiromo – estimated net worth $50 million (2026)
She has authored books including The 10 Laws of Enduring Success, The Weekend That Changed Wall Street, and Use the News. Film and documentary appearances have also contributed modestly to her earnings.
Is Maria Bartiromo Married? Who Is Her Husband Jonathan Steinberg?
Yes. As of September 2026, Maria Bartiromo remains married to Jonathan (Jono) Steinberg. The couple wed in a private ceremony on June 13, 1999.
Jonathan Steinberg is the CEO of WisdomTree Investments. His personal stock holdings alone have been valued well over $200 million in recent filings, and he received $6.7 million in total compensation for 2025. He is the son of the late financier Saul Steinberg.
The couple has no children. Bartiromo has publicly stated that her career was her priority and that she and her husband chose not to have kids. They own a townhouse on Manhattan’s Upper East Side (purchased for $6.5 million in 2007) and a home in the Hamptons.
Older rumors from 2013 involving a Citigroup executive’s divorce testimony never resulted in any confirmed separation; the couple remains together more than 27 years later.
How Old Is Maria Bartiromo in 2026? Age and Birthday
Maria Bartiromo was born on September 11, 1967, in Brooklyn, New York. As of September 4, 2026, she is 58 years old. She will turn 59 on September 11, 2026. Her zodiac sign is Virgo.
[Video: Entertainment Tonight report on Maria Bartiromo’s abrupt 2026 exit from Fox News]
Maria Bartiromo Height, Weight and Body Measurements
Maria Bartiromo stands 5 feet 5 inches (165 cm) tall and weighs approximately 140 lbs (63–66 kg). Commonly reported body measurements are 38-28-38 inches. She typically wears a dress size 10 and has maintained a polished, professional on-camera presence for decades.
Journalist Maria Bartiromo – height 5 feet 5 inches
Why Did Maria Bartiromo Leave Fox News in 2026?
On September 3, 2026, Fox News Media announced: “Effective today, Maria Bartiromo is no longer with FOX News Media. We thank Maria for her work over the last 12½ years and wish her all the best on her next chapter.”
She had not appeared on air since August 9, 2026. Multiple reports cited an internal decision after she allegedly shared confidential network guidance with the White House regarding coverage of certain election-related claims. Her attorney, Bryan Freedman, has strongly denied that she was fired, calling such reports “unequivocally false.”
President Trump publicly praised her as a “true warrior.” Speculation about a possible White House role has circulated, though Vice President JD Vance said he did not expect her to become Press Secretary.
[Video: NBC News short on Fox parting ways with Maria Bartiromo]
Maria Bartiromo Wiki Bio, Family and Career Timeline
| Full Name | Maria Sara Bartiromo |
| Age (as of Sept 2026) | 58 |
| Date of Birth | September 11, 1967 |
| Place of Birth | Brooklyn, New York City |
| Profession | Financial journalist, anchor, author, columnist |
| Net Worth (2026) | $50 million |
| Peak Fox Salary | Approx. $10 million per year |
| Husband | Jonathan Steinberg (m. 1999) |
| Children | None |
| Height | 5 feet 5 inches (165 cm) |
| Body Measurements | 38-28-38 |
| Weight | Approx. 140 lbs |
Born to Italian-American parents Vincent and Josephine Bartiromo, she grew up in Brooklyn’s Dyker Heights neighborhood. Her father owned the Rex Manor restaurant. She has a sister, Theresa Santoro. She attended Fontbonne Hall Academy and graduated from New York University with a degree in journalism and economics.
Career highlights: five years at CNN Business News (producer/editor), 20 years at CNBC (first regular live reporter from the NYSE floor, host of Closing Bell), then Fox Business and Fox News from 2014 until September 2026, where she anchored Mornings with Maria, Maria Bartiromo’s Wall Street, and Sunday Morning Futures.
She has won two Emmy Awards, a Gracie Award, and was the first female journalist inducted into the Cable Hall of Fame. In 2026 she received the Horatio Alger Award.
As of early September 2026, her next professional chapter has not been publicly announced.
