Rich Preston Biography
Rich Preston is a Television personality working as an anchor on BBC World News TV and the BBC News Channel. He is also a presenter on BBC World Service radio, primarily as host of BBC Topline. In addition, he is regularly interviewed by news outlets around the world on major and developing global news stories. Previously, he was a news editor and senior reporter covering breaking and developing stories for the BBC’s global audience.
Rich Preston Age
How old is Rich Preston? Preston is around 38 years old as of 2023. He celebrates his birthday on April 4th every year.
Rich Preston Height
He is 5 feet 8 inches tall (approximately 1.73m or 173cm).
Rich Preston Nationality
He is Scottish by nationality.
Rich Preston Education
Preston graduated from Stirling University with a Bachelor of Arts in Film, Media, and Journalism in 2007. He is also undertaking an MA in International Security and Intelligence at King’s College London’s world-renowned War Studies Department. He joined the college in September 2022 and he is focusing on Intelligence, National Security, Political Violence, Counterterrorism, Foreign Policy, and Diplomacy. Preston is a Member of King’s Intelligence and Security Group. He will graduate in September 2023.
Rich Preston Parents
There is no information about his parents. He hasn’t also disclosed whether he has siblings or not.
Rich Preston Wife
Is Rich Preston married? Preston is married to Farida Farooqi, an ARB Architect and Designer. The couple tied the knot in October 2019, at a gorgeous chateau in France.
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Rich Preston BBC News
Who is Rich Preston? Rich is an Anchor on BBC World News TV and the BBC News Channel. He is also a Presenter on BBC World Service radio, primarily as host of BBC Topline – international news briefings for US Breakfast radio. Rich is regularly interviewed by news outlets around the world on major and developing global news stories – including ABC in Australia, RNZ in New Zealand, and news networks in the US, Singapore, Nigeria, and South Africa.
Rich’s report on the death of a man from a mysterious new disease in China was the first TV news piece by an international broadcaster on what became the coronavirus pandemic – a story he then tracked as it spread around the world.
He’s covered many major international events, including the Trump impeachment inquiry, waves of anti-government protests across the Middle East and Europe, and stories like the US killing of the Iranian general Qasem Soleimani.
Rich previously covered Western Europe, reporting the most significant events to shape the continent in generations, including the migrant crisis, the Scottish Independence Referendum, terror attacks in France and Belgium, and the UK’s Brexit vote.
He’s worked across Europe and above the Arctic Circle. He’s also hosted major international tech conferences in Asia and the UK and delivered training to journalists in Africa.
In his spare time, Rich loves being outdoors and traveling. He’s a qualified advanced off-road driver.
Is Rich Preston still on BBC?
Yes, Rich still works for BBC.
Rich Preston Salary
His annual salary ranges between $20,000 – $100,000.
Rich Preston Net Worth
His net worth ranges from $1 million – $5 million as of 2023.
