Personal Profile About Lawrence O'Donnell
Lawrence O'Donnell is an American television anchor, political commentator, Hollywood screenwriter, and producer. He hosts The Last Word with Lawrence O'Donnell, an evening news and opinion program airing weeknights on MSNBC.
Born on November 12, 1951, in Boston, Massachusetts, O'Donnell grew up in a Catholic family and attended St. Sebastian's School. He earned a degree in economics from Harvard University in 1976. Before entering television news, O'Donnell worked as an aide to Senator Daniel Patrick Moynihan, serving as the staff director for the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee and the Senate Finance Committee.
In addition to his political career, he was a key writer and executive producer for the hit NBC drama series The West Wing, winning an Emmy Award for his production work. He joined MSNBC as an analyst before securing his prime-time show in 2010.
How old is Lawrence O'Donnell
Lawrence was born in 1951, making him a 74 Years-year-old man. He began his political career at the age of 37 when he started working as an aide. Around the age of 58, he began hosting television shows, including "The Last Word with Lawrence O'Donnell."
Lawrence O'Donnell Salary
Lawrence O'Donnell's salary is approximated to fall in the range of $4 million to $7 million annually as the host of "The Last Word with Lawrence O'Donnell" on MSNBC. However, his company has not yet confirmed the exact figures regarding his income.
Lawrence O'Donnell Net Worth
As of 2026, Lawrence O'Donnell has an estimated net worth of $16 million, according to trusted reports, although the exact figure has not been officially confirmed. His fortune has been accumulated over the years through his work in television, political commentary, writing, and production. O'Donnell served as a legislative aide and Senate staff member before venturing into the television industry. One of his main sources of income is his hosting of the MSNBC show "The Last Word with Lawrence O'Donnell". His written works and other media projects have also contributed to his current wealth.
Lawrence O'Donnell's Wife
Lawrence O’Donnell’s wife was former actress Kathryn Harrold. The couple got married on Valentine's Day in 1994. They were together for almost 20 years and ended up getting a divorce in 2013. They shared one daughter named daughter, Elizabeth Buckley Harrold O'Donnell.
Lawrence O'Donnell's New Wife
Lawrence does not have a new wife, and currently he remains unmarried. He is not dating anyone either, just focusing on his career as an anchor. There are no reports about his remarriage.