Piers Morgan Net Worth (Money & Salary)

What is Piers Morgan’s net worth and salary?

Piers Morgan is a well-known English broadcaster, journalist, writer, newspaper editor, and television personality, boasting a net worth of $20 million.

A controversial yet pivotal personality in the media world, Piers Morgan has successfully navigated a career that encompasses journalism, television, and public commentary. His professional journey commenced in 1988 at the tabloid The Sun, where his ambitious nature and talent for breaking news led him to become the show-business editor. His forthright tactics and unapologetic demeanor garnered both praise and criticism, positioning him as a formidable presence.

At just 29, Morgan achieved a significant milestone in tabloid journalism in 1994 when he was named editor of the News of the World, making him the youngest editor of a British national newspaper in over fifty years. His tenure was characterized by an unyielding chase for sensational stories, frequently using unconventional methods that blurred ethical boundaries.

Morgan entered the television realm in 2006 with his role on the judging panel of America’s Got Talent, contributing his trademark outspoken attitude and clever humor to the entertainment industry. His popularity surged beyond the judges’ table, ultimately leading to his own interview show, Piers Morgan Live, on CNN in 2011. Known for its confrontational celebrity and political interviews, the show further solidified Morgan’s reputation as an engaging and provocative media figure. From 2015 to 2021, he co-hosted Good Morning Britain.

Salary Highlights

During his tenure as host of “Piers Morgan Tonight,” he earned an annual salary of $2 million. Additionally, in 2008, he secured a two-year contract with ITV, valued at approximately $2.6 million per year.

Early Life

Piers Morgan, born Piers Stefan O’Meara on March 30, 1965, in Surrey, England, saw his family relocate to Newick, Sussex, shortly after his birth. Raised in the Catholic faith, tragedy struck when his father, Vincent Eamonn O’Meara, a dentist, passed away when Morgan was only 11 months old. His mother later remarried Glynne Pughe-Morgan, after which Piers adopted his stepfather’s surname. He completed his education at Chailey School and pursued journalism studies at Harlow College.

Career

Beginning his career in 1985, Morgan worked as a reporter for the South London News. He transitioned to freelancing at The Sun in 1988 and, by 1994, secured a full-time position, contributing to the newspaper’s tabloid-style “Bizarre” column. Despite not being particularly fond of films or pop music, he earned the title “Friend of the Stars,” thanks to his remarkable self-promotional abilities. He became a fixture alongside icons like Madonna, David Bowie, Sylvester Stallone, and Paul McCartney. In January 1994, he ascended to the editor role at the News of the World, appointed directly by Rupert Murdoch. At 29, he made history as the youngest editor of a national newspaper in half a century. However, he developed a reputation for his disregard for celebrity privacy and his direct interview style. Morgan departed from the News of the World in 1995 after publishing controversial images of Catherine Victoria Lockwood, the then-wife of Charles Earl Spencer, exiting a rehab facility—a decision that violated the editors’ code of conduct.

In 1996, he took the helm at the Daily Mirror, remaining until 2004 when he was dismissed for refusing to apologize for the publication of misleading photographs depicting British soldiers attacking Iraqi civilians.

In May 2005, ownership of the Press Gazette was taken over by Morgan. This newspaper served as a publication for the media industry and hosted the British Press Awards. Due to Morgan’s ownership, many significant newspapers boycotted the 2006 British Press Awards. Eventually, the Press Gazette declared bankruptcy and was sold. In May 2006, a weekly paper aimed at children aged seven to 14, titled “First News,” was launched by Morgan.

In 2006 and 2007, he served as a judge on “America’s Got Talent” alongside Brandy Norwood and David Hasselhoff. Additionally, he appeared as a judge on “Britain’s Got Talent” alongside Simon Cowell and Amanda Holden. In 2008, Morgan secured victory in the celebrity edition of “The Apprentice,” where Donald Trump characterized him as “ruthless, arrogant, evil, and obnoxious” during the finale.

Starting in 2009, Morgan hosted “Piers Morgan’s Life Stories” on ITV. On September 8, 2010, CNN announced that he would take Larry King’s place in the evening lineup with his program, “Piers Morgan Live,” which debuted on January 17, 2011. The show concluded in early 2014, and Morgan began hosting “Good Morning Britain” on ITV in November 2015.

In September 2014, he took on the role of editor-at-large for the U.S. operation of the Mail Online’s website. Morgan writes several columns each week, in addition to a weekly piece for the Mail on Sunday Event magazine.

He was implicated in the notorious British phone-hacking scandal involving the “Daily Mirror” during his time as editor.

Personal Life

Morgan’s first marriage was to Marion Shalloe in 1991, and together they had three sons: Albert, Spencer, and Stanley. The couple divorced in 2008. In June 2010, he married journalist Celia Walden, daughter of former Conservative MP George Walden. The couple welcomed their daughter, Elise, in November 2011.

A supporter of Arsenal F.C., Morgan is an avid follower of the Premier League football club.

On the political front, he identified as a supporter of the Conservative Party.

In January 2017, Morgan expressed strong disapproval of the Women’s March on Washington, which took place the day after Donald Trump’s inauguration. He labeled the demonstrators as “rabid feminists” and deemed the protests “vacuous.” Ewan McGregor disagreed with Morgan’s views on the women’s march and opted out of an appearance on “Good Morning Britain” the following Tuesday upon learning Morgan would be interviewing him. Morgan accused McGregor of being a “pedophile-loving hypocrite,” referencing the actor’s past support of Roman Polanski.

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In December 2018, a letter was penned by Morgan to Trump, officially seeking the position of White House Chief of Staff.

Real Estate

A collection of properties is owned by Morgan, which includes two houses in Britain: a townhouse located in west London and a countryside retreat in Newick, East Sussex, his hometown. The Georgian townhouse in London cost him $719,000.

Additionally, Morgan has a property in Beverly Hills, acquired for $5.4 million in 2011. This residence was once owned by Les Moonves, the earlier CEO of CBS.