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Who is Van Jones and what’s his net worth?

Political analyst and media personality Van Jones joined CNN in 2013

VAN Jones is an Emmy Award-winning CNN host and contributor.

The political commentator is worth a lot thanks to his successful career.

Van Jones is CNN's political commentator
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Van Jones is CNN's political commentator

Who is Van Jones?

Anthony Kapel "Van" Jones is a news and political commentator, author, and lawyer.

He was born in Jackson, Tennessee, on September 20, 1968.

Jones is best known for being a CNN host and regular political commentator.

He is the host of the Van Jones Show and The Redemption Project.

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He is also a popular guest on TV programs such as The Daily Show and Real Time With Bill Maher.

A social justice advocate, he has co-founded various non-profit organizations such as the Ella Baker Center for Human Rights, Color of Change, and the Dream Corps.

Jones is also the author of three New York Times bestsellers, The Green Collar Economy, Rebuild the Dream, and Beyond the Messy Truth.

Moreover, he is an Emmy Award winner for The Messy Truth VR Experience with Van Jones digital series.

What is Van Jones' net worth?

Van Jones' net worth is estimated at $5 million.

With his finger in so many pies it's not surprising he has accrued a fair amount of money.

Carter filed for divorce from Jones in September 2018
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Carter filed for divorce from Jones in September 2018

Who is Van Jones' ex-wife, Jana Carter?

Van Jones and Jana Carter were married for 13 years before they divorced in 2020.

She is the niece of former US President, Jimmy Carter.

She is a Yale Law University graduate and worked at Oakland Unified School District and other law firms before tying the knot with Jones.

The couple wed in 2005 and were together for over a decade before Carter filed for divorce from Jones in September 2018.

Jones announced his pending divorce on Instagram, writing: "Divorce means the end of a marriage, not the end of a family. #FamilyForever."

In a statement to People, the political commentator said, "though we have decided to end our marriage, we still love each other very much. 

"We will continue raising our kids together, running our businesses together, and supporting each other’s growth. There is no beef or drama - just evolution."

Does Van Jones have children?

Van Jones shares two young sons, Mattai and Cabral, with his now ex-wife Jana.

Carter asked for joint legal and physical custody in the divorce proceedings and the couple continues to co-parent their kids.

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In February 2022, Jones told Today that he and his longtime friend welcomed a daughter together and are "conscious co-parents".

He said, “So, we decided to join forces and become conscious co-parents. It’s a concept that I hope will more people will explore and consider.”

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