Childhood and Education Journey of Christiane Amanpour in Timeline

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Christiane Amanpour. A timeline of key moments.

Christiane Amanpour is a prominent British-Iranian journalist and television host. She currently serves as the Chief International Anchor for CNN and hosts several interview programs, including CNN International's 'Amanpour,' CNN's 'The Amanpour Hour,' and 'Amanpour & Company' on PBS. Additionally, she co-hosts 'Christiane Amanpour Presents The Ex-Files' with her ex-husband, James Rubin, highlighting her extensive career in international news and broadcast journalism.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

January 1958: Christiane Amanpour Born

In January 1958, Christiane Maria Heideh Amanpour was born. She is a British-Iranian journalist and television host who serves as the Chief International Anchor for CNN.

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1979: Family Moves to the United States

In 1979, Christiane Amanpour's family moved to the United States due to the Iran Revolution, where she later studied journalism at the University of Rhode Island.

1983: Graduation from University

In 1983, Christiane Amanpour graduated summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa with a Bachelor of Arts degree in journalism from the University of Rhode Island.

August 1998: Marriage to James Rubin

On August 9, 1998, Christiane Amanpour married James Rubin at the Roman Catholic parish of Saint Stephen in Bracciano, Italy. He is a former United States Assistant Secretary of State and spokesman for the United States Department of State during the Presidency of Bill Clinton.

March 2000: Birth of Son

On March 27, 2000, at the age of 41, Christiane Amanpour gave birth to her and James Rubin's only son in Columbia Hospital for Women.

2010: Move to New York City

In 2010, Christiane Amanpour and James Rubin moved from London to New York City, renting an apartment in Manhattan's Upper West Side.

May 2013: Return to London

In May 2013, James Rubin announced that the family would return to London to work on several projects, marking a relocation back to the United Kingdom.

2018: Divorce Announcement

In 2018, Christiane Amanpour and James Rubin announced they were divorcing, ending their marriage.

June 2021: Amanpour Announces Ovarian Cancer Diagnosis

In June 2021, Christiane Amanpour announced that she had been diagnosed with ovarian cancer and underwent successful surgery, followed by several months of chemotherapy.