Jim Cantore Biography and Wiki
Jim Cantore is an American meteorologist who is popular for being an on-air personality for The Weather Channel. Cantore has been a meteorologist since 1986.
Jim Cantore Age and Birthday
Cantore was born James D. Cantore on 16 February 1964 in Beacon Falls, Connecticut, the United States of America. He is 57 years old.
Jim Cantore Height and Weight
Cantore is a man of average stature. He stands at a height of 1.73 meters. In addition, he weighs 55 kg.
Jim Cantore Wife and Children
He married Tamra Zinn in 1990 and later got divorced in 2009. They share two children, Ben and Christina Cantore. The children have Fragile X Syndrome, a genetic disorder characterized by mild-to-moderate intellectual disability.
Jim Cantore Education
Cantore grew up in White River Junction, Vermont, and was born in Waterbury, Connecticut. After graduating from Lyndon State College, he went straight to work for The Weather Channel in 1986.
Jim Cantore The Weather Channel
His ability to “break down” intricate meteorological occurrences into terms that the common viewer can understand has been praised. Cantore is frequently called upon to report on extreme weather. Cantore has become a well-known celebrity as a result of the Weather Channel’s increased ratings during these events.
Cantore’s link with oncoming or ongoing severe weather events became so strong that the Weather Channel mocked it in a one-minute 2011 commercial spot in which he goes on a beach vacation, worrying surrounding beachgoers and townspeople who interpret his presence as an ominous sign.
His first project at TWC was to create the public favorite Fall Foliage Forecast. He has covered events such as the launch of the Space Shuttle Discovery, the “Winter X Games,” PGA tournaments, and NFL games, among others.
Jim is a member of the American Meteorological Society and the National Weather Association. He is the recipient of the AMS Television Seal of Approval. In 2003, he was honored with the NOAA-David S. Johnson Award for his pioneering use of environmental satellite technologies.
Jim Cantore Parents and Siblings
He is the son of James Cantore. He has not shared any information regarding his mother. However, he has a sibling named Vinnie Cantore.
Jim Cantore Salary
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Jim Cantore Net Worth
Jim is an American award-winning meteorologist who has a net worth of$4.5 million. He has been able to acquire this fortune from his successful career.