Rich Eisen, a prominent broadcast journalist, is best recognized for his work on CBS Sports and NFL Networks, as well as for his role as a TV and radio host for FOX Sports Radio and Direc TV. Born on June 24, 1969, in Brooklyn, New York City, Eisen has established himself as one of America’s most successful sports journalists. His annual salary of $1 million has significantly contributed to his estimated net worth of $10 million as of mid-2016.
Eisen’s career began in 1990 as a staff writer for the Staten Island Advance, followed by his work at the Chicago Tribune and later as a sports anchor at KRCR-TV in Redding. His major breakthrough came in 1996 when he joined ESPN, subsequently working on various shows and projects, including hosting the reality series “Beg, Borrow & Deal” and the Major League Baseball on ESPN Radio. Notably, in 2003, Eisen became a host of “NFL Total Access” on the newly-established NFL Network.
In addition to his work at ESPN and NFL Network, Eisen has collaborated with other networks such as CBS Sports, where he also served as a play-by-play announcer during the US Open Tennis Championships. He later initiated “The Rich Eisen Show”, a sports talk TV and radio show, which was picked up by FOX Sports Radio.
Apart from his successful career, Eisen married his colleague Suzy Shuster in 2003 and they have two sons and a daughter together. Eisen’s contributions to the field of sports journalism have earned him several nominations, including the Sports Emmy Award for Outstanding Sports Personality – Studio Host.
Eisen has also ventured into acting, making appearances in TV series and movies such as “The Odd Couple”, “Draft Day”, and “CSI: Miami”. His vast contributions and accomplishments have positioned him as a prominent figure in the world of sports journalism and media.
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