John Heilemann Biography
A native of Los Angeles, California, John Heilemann is an American journalist and national affairs analyst for NBC News and MSNBC.
He co-authored Game Change (2010) and Double Down (2013), books about presidential campaigning.
Heileman attended the University of Pennsylvania, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism.
After completing his education, he started working as a journalist, covering politics and business for various publications, including The New Yorker, Wired, and The Economist.
John Heilemann Age
Heilemann was born on January 23, 1966, in Los Angeles, California. He is 57 years old as of 2023.
John Heilemann Wife
Heilemann is married to Diana Rhoten, an entrepreneur, and educator. The couple tied the knot in 2006 and has two children together. Heilemann is known for being fiercely protective of his family’s privacy. Little information is available about his wife and children.
John Heilemann Wife’s Cancer Battle
In 2019, Heilemann revealed that his wife had been diagnosed with breast cancer. In an emotional essay for Vanity Fair, he wrote about the challenges that they faced together and the impact that the diagnosis had on their lives.
Heilemann also spoke about the importance of early detection and urged others to prioritize their health and well-being.
John Heilemann Children
Heilemann has two children with his wife. However, he has not shared much information about them publicly. He has mentioned in interviews that they are both teenagers and that he enjoys spending time with them when he is not working.
John Heilemann Illness
In addition to his wife’s cancer battle, Heilemann has faced his own health challenges over the years. In 2019, he revealed that he had been diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes; a chronic condition that requires daily insulin injections and careful management.
John Heilemann Tattoo
John Heilemann is known for his distinctive Wu-Tang Clan tattoo, which he got on a dare from his friend and fellow journalist, Mark Halperin. The tattoo features the Wu-Tang Clan’s logo on his upper arm.
John Heilemann Podcast
Heilemann is the co-host of two popular podcasts, “Hell & High Water” and “The Recount Daily Pod.” “Hell & High Water” features in-depth interviews with political and cultural figures.
“The Recount Daily Pod” provides daily news analysis and commentary. Both podcasts showcase Heilemann’s expertise and insight into the world of politics and media.
John Heilemann Weight Loss
In 2021, Heilemann revealed that he had lost over 70 pounds through a combination of diet and exercise.
He documented his weight loss journey on social media, sharing his workouts and healthy meals with his followers.
John Heilemann The Circus
The Circus is a political documentary series that Heilemann co-hosts with Mark Halperin and Mark McKinnon.
The show provides an inside look at the U.S. presidential election and the people and issues that shaped it.
John Heilemann Net Worth
Heilemann has an estimated net worth of around $3 million.