Kevin Blackistone Biography

Kevin Blackistone is an American sports journalist and professor for Philip Merrill College of Journalism at the University of Maryland, as well as a frequent panelist for ESPN’s Around the Horn. On radio, he appears as a frequent guest co-host on the Sports Reporters on DC’s ESPN980. As of May 6, 2019, Blackistone has 301 wins on Around the Horn.

10 Quick Facts About Kevin Blackistone

• Name: Kevin Blackistone
• Age: 64 Years Old
• Birthday: October 17
• Zodiac Sign: Libra
• Height: 5 feet 9 inches
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Journalist
• Marital Status: Not Known
• Salary: Not Known
• Net worth: $1 million-$5 million

Kevin Blackistone Age

Kevin is 64 years old. He was born on October 17, 1959, in Washington, D.C. He celebrates his birthday on October 17 every year and his birth sign is Libra.

Kevin Blackistone Height

Kevin stands at a height of 5 feet 9 inches.

Kevin Blackistone Weight

Kevin has moderate weight.

Early Life and Education

Kevin is a graduate of Our Lady of Good Counsel High School. He started his career in journalism as a city-side reporter at The Boston Globe newspaper in 1981, after graduating from Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism.

Kevin Blackistone Family

Kevin was born and raised in Washington, D.C., United States, by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. James Blackistone. His father, Mr. James Blackistone, was an activist who engaged with the media through various means, including newspapers, journalism, and newsletters.

Kevin Blackistone Wife

Kevin is known to be a very private person, particularly when it comes to his personal life. He has not disclosed any information about his dating life, relationships, or whether he is married. Any details about his partner will be made available when and if he chooses to share them. Despite maintaining a private stance, it is known that Kevin has a daughter who was born in 2011.

Kevin Blackistone Salary

Kevin receives an average annual salary of between $60,292 and $152,507. This translates to an hourly average wage of between $20.15 and $51.32.  This is Per our average wage estimates for a journalist in the United States. However, these figures may vary substantially according to the level of seniority of the employee. At the moment, we do not have the exact salary but we will update this section when the information is available.

Kevin Blackistone Net Worth

Kevin’s net worth is currently publicly unavailable. This includes his assets, money, and income. His primary source of income is his career as a journalist. Through his various sources of income, Kevin has been able to accumulate good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.

Kevin Blackistone Measurements and Facts

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Kevin Blackistone Wiki

• Full Names: Kevin Blackistone
• Popular As: Kevin Blackistone
• Gender: Male
• Occupation / Profession: Journalist
• Nationality: American
• Race / Ethnicity: Not Known
• Religion: Not Known
• Sexual Orientation: Straight

Kevin Blackistone Birthday

• Age: 64 Years Old
• Zodiac Sign: Libra
• Date of Birth: October 17, 1959
• Place of Birth: United States
• Birthday: October 17

Kevin Blackistone Body Measurements

• Height / How Tall?: 5 feet 9 inches
• Weight: Moderate
• Eye Color: Bald
• Hair Color: Black
• Shoe Size: Not Known

Kevin Blackistone Family and Relationship

• Father (Dad): Not Known
• Mother: Not Known
• Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Not Known
• Marital Status: Not Known
• Dating / Wife: Not Known
• Children: Not Known

Kevin Blackistone Net Worth and Salary

• Net Worth: Not Known
• Salary: Not Known
• Source of Income: Journalism Career

Career

Kevin began his journalism career as a city-side reporter at The Boston Globe newspaper in 1981 after graduating from Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism. In 1983, he contributed to The Chicago Reporter, a monthly investigative magazine focusing on racial and social issues in Chicago.

By 1986, Blackistone joined The Dallas Morning News, initially as a reporter in the City section. He later transitioned to covering economics in the Business section and then shifted to the Metropolitan section, reporting on city events and issues.

Blackistone has been a contributing writer for the website Politico.com and served as a columnist for the sports-oriented website FanHouse from October 2007 to March 2011. Following FanHouse’s acquisition by the Sporting News, he continued as an independent columnist and contributed to the iPad-only newspaper, The Daily.

In August 2008, Blackistone accepted the position of the Shirley Povich chair at the Philip Merrill College of Journalism at the University of Maryland, where he teaches sports journalism. Alongside his teaching role and frequent appearances on ESPN’s “Around the Horn,” he provides sports analysis for the PBS NewsHour. In 2020, he joined The Washington Post as a sports columnist, adding another dimension to his diverse and accomplished career in journalism.

Awards and Accomplishments

Kevin is unquestionably a distinguished journalist, with several honors recognizing his contributions. Notable among his awards are first- and second-place accolades for sports column writing from the Texas Associated Press Managing Editors (APME). He has received a Chicago Newspaper Guild award for investigative reporting and a National Association of Black Journalists award for enterprise reporting.

Additionally, Blackistone was part of a team that earned a Texas APME award, and he has been a finalist multiple times for a Press Club of Dallas Katie Award. These accolades highlight his excellence in sports journalism, investigative reporting, and enterprise reporting, reflecting a career marked by notable achievements and recognition.

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