Sam Rubin Biography: Early Life, Education, Career, Awards and Recognitions, Death, Net Worth
Sam Rubin, born on February 16, 1960, was an American journalist who was popularly known for his time as a correspondent for Reelz production Hollywood Dailies and as an entertainment reporter for the KTLA Morning News. He died on May 10, 2024, after suffering a cardiac arrest at his home in West Valley.
Check out this article for Sam Rubin's biography, from his early life to his education, career, awards and recognitions, death and net worth.
Sam Rubin Early Life and Education
Samuel Rubinstein, popularly known as Sam Rubin, was born on February 16, 1960, in San Diego, California, United States.
He attended Occidental College where he acquired a degree in American Studies and Rhetoric.
Sam Rubin Career
Sam Rubin started his career as a journalist in 1991 when he joined the popular Morning News program on KTLA. For his warm personality on and off the air as well as his disarming interviews, he was able to earn a reputation for himself at KTLA.
Other than his time at KTLA, Sam Rubin also worked in the United Kingdom as a Hollywood Entertainment reporter on “This Morning,” a program on ITV.
Having worked as a reporter in the entertainment industry for over 30 years, Sam was opportuned to interview various celebrities and famous figures in the industry. He also co-authored the biographies of two popular figures; actress Mia Farrow and former first lady Jacqueline Onassis.
Sam Rubin Awards and Recognitions
Over the years, Sam Rubin has been recognized for his contribution as a journalist to the American entertainment industry. He has won an Associated Press Television and Radio award as part of KTLA news team's morning show, a Golden Mike Award for best entertainment reporter, and a lifetime achievement award from the Southern California Broadcasters Association.
Sam Rubin Personal Life
Prior to his death, Sam Rubin was first married to Julie Rubin who had two children for him named Perry and Rory Rubin. He later divorced Julie and married Leslie Rubin who also bore two children for him named Darcy and Colby Rubin.
Sam Rubin Death
On Friday, May 10, 2024, Sam Rubin died after suffering a cardiac arrest at his West Valley home and was rushed to the hospital where he was later pronounced dead.
Sam Rubin Age
Sam Rubin died at the age of 64. He was born on February 16, 1960.
Sam Rubin Net Worth
As of the time of his death in 2024, Sam Rubin had an estimated net worth of $1 million.
