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Emily Buchanan

Emily Buchanan is a popular British journalist who has worked in both television and radio for the BBC. Similarly, Emily Buchanan is best known for her work as a world affairs reporter and correspondent.

Early life

Emily Buchanan was Emily Mrgesson Buchanan on 7th October 1958. This personality was born in Hammersmith, West London, United Kingdom. As of 2022, Emily is 64 years old.

Likewise, she was born to his father George Buchanan, who was a novelist and a poet from Northern Ireland. While her mother, Janet Margesson was a housewife. Her mother committed suicide when Emily was nine years old. Moreover, she belongs to the American nationality and was born into the zodiac sign of Libra.

Talking about her academic qualifications, she studied at St. Paul’s Girls School, an independent school in Hammersmith. Likewise, she studied French, History, and Spanish at the University of Sussex. Similarly, Emily graduated with an MA in Radio Journalism from City University London.

Emily Buchanan – Career

Emily Buchanan started her career at the BBC in Bush House and then worked at BBC World Service. After a few years, Emily joined BBC Radio 4 to produce Stop Press, a program that went behind the scenes of the journalism trade. Likewise, she joined  BBC Television and worked for BBC 2’s Assignment program. In 1994, Emily was appointed Developing World Correspondent of the BBC.

Similarly, she became the Religious Affairs Correspondent from 1998 to 2001.  In 2016, she worked as a Moderator at King’s College, London. Additionally, from 2016 to 2020, she worked as a producer at BBC Academy. Further in 2020, she worked as a presenter at the Institute of Development Studies, Coalition for Religious Equality, and Inclusive Development.

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Caption: The British Journalist, Emily (Source: www.bbc.co.uk)

Moreover, this personality also directed Runaway, a short animated adventure film. Besides that, Emily is an artist who also wrote a book in 2005 named ‘From China With Love: A Long Road to Motherhood’.

Whereas, Emily has worked with Carol Kirkwood and Sarah Smith. In addition, she has also trained senior professionals in interview and presentation skills. Currently, this personality is a regular presenter for the BBC’s World Affairs Correspondent and also has presented the BBC Radio 4 program Sunday.

Emily Buchanan – Net worth

As a popular British Journalist, Emily Buchanan earned a decent sum of money. Talking about her net worth, it’s estimated at around $8 million. Her monthly estimated salary is $71,077 per month. Moreover, she made more fortune as an experienced journalist at BBC News.

Emily Buchanan – Personal life

Emily Buchanan is a married woman. She married Gerald Slocock, an Ingenious Asset Management investment director. Emily and Gerald faced three tragedies in marriage due to the failure of three pregnancies.

After three miscarriages, the couple decided to adopt children. Later, they visited China to adopt children. Surprisingly, they found two babies Jade and Rose Lin at the foster care center. Currently, Emily is living a comfortable life with her family.

Body measurement

Talking about the body measurements of Emily, Emily has not revealed her body height, weight, chest size, hip size, waist size, dress size, etc. Moreover, Emily has hazel brown eyes and blonde color hair.

Social media

The British Journalist, Emily Buchanan is active on social media platforms such as Twitter and Instagram. Likewise, she has a Twitter account with the username @EmilyBuchanan1 and has 528 followers. Similarly, she has an Instagram account with 500 followers.