Who is Piers Morgan, the man behind the controversial Cristiano Ronaldo interview?

Who is Piers Morgan, the man behind the controversial Cristiano Ronaldo interview?

Kevin Omuya
updated at April 12, 2023 at 8:22 PM

Piers Morgan is a British television personality, journalist, and author. He has presented several British television programs, including the interview program Piers Morgan's Life Stories and the controversial opinion program Good Morning Britain. Morgan has interviewed many high-profile figures, including politicians, actors, and sports stars, and is known for his aggressive interviewing style.

Piers Morgan's age
Piers Morgan leaves BBC Broadcasting House, London, after appearing on the BBC One current affairs program, Sunday Morning, on Sunday, January 16, 2022. Photo: Dominic Lipinski
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He is also a former editor of the British newspaper The Daily Mirror and a regular commentator on British and American politics and current events. The football commentator competed with future US President Donald Trump on The Celebrity Apprentice US and won. Morgan has been hosting the TalkTV program Piers Morgan Uncensored since 2022.

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Details

Name

Piers Morgan

Date of Birth

March 30, 1965 (age 57)

Place of Birth

Surrey, England

Spouse

Celia Walden

Children

4

Education

Chailey School, Priory School, Lewes Harlow College

Occupation

Broadcaster, journalist, writer, television personality

Employer

News of the World (1994–1995) Daily Mirror (1995–2004) First News (2006–2007) CNN (2011–2014) MailOnline (2014–) ITV1 (2009–2021) The Sun (1989–1994, 2022–) TalkTV (2022–)

Net worth

$20 million

Social media

Instagram, Twitter, Facebook

Piers Morgan's age

Morgan is 57 years of age as of January 2022. He was born on March 30, 1965. When he was just 29 years old, Rupert Murdoch made him editor of the News of the World. As a result, he became the youngest editor of a major British newspaper in more than fifty years. He has excelled in the media for the past 30 years, both in print and on screen.

Piers Morgan's wife

Piers Morgan's net worth
Piers Morgan (R) and Celia Walden attend the Philips British Academy Television Awards (BAFTA) at London Palladium on June 6, 2010, in London, England. Photo: Jon Furniss
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Piers has been married to Celia Walden since 2010. She is an English journalist, author, and former model. They met in 2006 when she was a feature writer at the Daily Telegraph, and he was working as a judge on America's Got Talent.

They tied the knot in 2010 and have a daughter named Elise. Celia is known for her work as a journalist and has written for various British publications such as Harper's Bazaar and The Daily Telegraph.

Piers Morgan's net worth

Piers Morgan's net worth
TV personality Piers Morgan during an interview on July 27, 2010. Photo: Paul Drinkwater
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As of 2022, his net worth is around $20 million. He has accumulated wealth through his successful career as a television presenter, journalist, and author. However, the net worth estimation varies from source to source and can change time by time.

Piers Morgan's salary

While working for CNN, he made approximately $9 million in annual compensation, and his yearly salary has decreased to just $4 million due to his recent reduction in television viewership. His salary from his work on "Good Morning Britain" and other television programs, as well as his writing and other professional endeavours, has likely contributed significantly to his net worth.

Piers Morgan and Cristiano Ronaldo's controversial interviews

Piers Morgan and Cristiano Ronaldo's controversial interviews
Cristiano Ronaldo, Georgina Rodriguez, and Piers Morgan celebrate the launch of the new CR7 Play It Cool with friends and family on September 12, 2019, in Turin, Italy. Photo: Tullio M. Puglia
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In September 2018, Morgan interviewed professional football player Cristiano Ronaldo for the British television program "Good Morning Britain." The interview drew widespread attention and was considered controversial for several reasons. One of the most notable points of contention was when Morgan pressed Ronaldo about his refusal to answer questions about an alleged accusation made by Kathryn Mayorga, which the soccer player had settled out of court.

Ronaldo insisted he was innocent and that he would not talk about it. Furthermore, he also questioned Ronaldo about his lifestyle, wealth, and relationship with his family, which some viewers felt were inappropriate and invasive. The interview also sparked several responses on social media, with some people criticizing Morgan's style of interviewing and others praising him for holding a high-profile figure accountable.

He discussed his contentious interview with Piers Morgan. After the fallout from his shocking interview, Cristiano Ronaldo claims he does not care what people think of him. Ronaldo was about to lose his job at Manchester United after criticizing the team in a fiery interview and declaring his disdain for manager Erik ten Hag.

What are his most famous public feuds?

Piers Morgan's photos
Piers Morgan during an interview with host Jimmy Fallon on September 20, 2012. Photo: Lloyd Bishop
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When it comes to celebrities in particular, Piers does not hold back and has made a profession out of having strong opinions. He said Little Mix utilized dirty photos to promote songs in 2019, which singer Ariana Grande found offensive. In addition, the journalist said that Lady Gaga only revealed her experience with PTSD for her gain, which sparked fury on Twitter.

The author JK Rowling also got into a Twitter battle with him that resulted in Morgan saying, "This is why I have never read a single word of Harry Potter." When Kim Kardashian West shared a naked photo in 2016, the journalist accosted her and demanded that she purchase him some clothes.

The billionaire businessman Lord Alan Sugar and Piers have a long-running and highly public dispute, and the two men routinely engage in Twitter combat. With a height of just over six feet, Piers towers over Lord Sugar by a good few inches.

The TV host has also had many verbal exchanges with Alex Beresford, the GMB weather presenter. Also, in March of 2021, he quit his job on Good Morning Britain after getting into a disagreement with the weatherman over Meghan Markle's CBS appearance.

What football team does Piers Morgan support?

What football team does Piers Morgan support?
Piers Morgan holds a signed Arsenal shirt at the 'Cleft Lip and Palate Association's Grand Jubilee Ball to celebrate Silver Jubilee on May 28, 2004, at the Park Lane Hotel, London. Photo: Dave Hogan
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He is a huge fan of Arsenal. But he has also been an outspoken critic of the club. He was very opinionated about Arsenal manager Arsène Wenger on social media and the radio and called for his sacking.

Piers Morgan's Instagram

He has an active Instagram account where he posts various content, including photos and videos from his television shows, personal images, and opinions on current events. He uses the platform to share his thoughts on politics, social issues, and popular culture. He is also known for posting photos of himself, his family, and his friends. His Instagram handle is @piersmorgan, with 2 million followers as of January 2023.

Piers Morgan's Twitter

Piers Morgan's Twitter
Piers Morgan departs following his appearance on Sunday Morning at the BBC Broadcasting House on January 16, 2022, in London, England. Photo: Hollie Adams
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He is active on Twitter and can be found under the handle @piersmorgan. He has a large following and is known for using the platform to share his opinions on a wide range of topics, including politics, current events, and the media. He also shares personal updates and information about his work and appearances. Some of his tweets are considered controversial and drew a lot of criticism.

Piers Morgan has a distinguished career in the news industry and is one of Britain's most well-known and opinionated TV presenters. He presently serves as the host of Piers Morgan Uncensored, a new TV program broadcast in the UK, the US, and Australia. 

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Kevin Omuya is a Content Writer with 4 years of experience who joined Sports Brief in 2022. In 2019 he held a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism & Digital Media from KCA University.