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Dan Bongino (born December 4, 1974) is an American conservative political commentator, radio host, author, and former law enforcement officer. He hosts The Dan Bongino Show, a nationally syndicated radio program and podcast. Before working in media full time, he served with the NYPD and later as a special agent in the United States Secret Service.
Quick Bio
- Full Name: Daniel John Bongino
- Born: December 4, 1974 (Age 51, 2026)
- Birthplace: Queens, New York City, U.S.
- Nationality: American
- Ethnicity: Italian-American
- Religion: Christian
- Profession: Radio Host, Political Commentator, Author
- Former Career: NYPD Officer; U.S. Secret Service Agent
- Political Party: Republican
- Spouse: Married
- Children: Two daughters
- Residence: Palm City, Florida, U.S.
Early Life, Parents & Education
Dan Bongino was born and raised in Queens, New York City. He graduated from Archbishop Molloy High School in 1992.
He earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Queens College, City University of New York.
He later completed a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Pennsylvania State University.
Parents & Siblings
Dan Bongino’s parents’ names are not publicly disclosed. He has spoken about growing up in Queens, New York, in a working-class family, and that his parents divorced when he was young, but he has never publicly revealed their names.
He has one brother, commonly identified as Joseph (Joe) Bongino. There are no verified public records listing any additional siblings.
Relationship, Wife & Kids
- Marital Status: Married
- Wife: Paula Andrea Bongino
- Marriage Year: 2003
- Children: Two daughters
- Daughters’ Names: Isabel Bongino, Amelia Bongino
Law Enforcement Career
Dan Bongino started his law enforcement career in 1995 when he joined the New York City Police Department. He served as an NYPD officer for four years, leaving in 1999.
That same year, he became a special agent with the United States Secret Service. He first worked in the New York Field Office and later joined the Presidential Protection Division, where he was part of the team protecting Presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama.
Bongino resigned from the Secret Service in May 2011, ending his federal service career.
Political Campaigns
Bongino ran for federal office three times as a Republican.
- 2012 U.S. Senate (Maryland): He lost to incumbent Ben Cardin, receiving 26.3% of the vote.
- 2014 U.S. House (Maryland’s 6th District): He narrowly lost to John Delaney, earning 48.2% of the vote.
- 2016 U.S. House (Florida’s 19th District – Republican Primary): He finished third in the Republican primary with 17.4% of the vote.
Media Career
After his political campaigns, Bongino transitioned into media. He became a regular commentator on conservative television and radio programs.
He hosts The Dan Bongino Show, which is distributed nationally on radio and podcast platforms.
From 2021 until April 2023, he hosted Unfiltered with Dan Bongino on Fox News.
Business Ventures
In June 2020, Bongino announced that he had purchased an ownership stake in the social media platform Parler. The exact size of his ownership was not publicly disclosed.
Career Highlights
- NYPD Officer (1995–1999)
- U.S. Secret Service Special Agent (1999–2011)
- Republican nominee for U.S. Senate in Maryland (2012)
- Nationally syndicated radio host
- Television host on Fox News (2021–2023)
Career Timeline
- 1995–1999: NYPD Officer
- 1999–2011: U.S. Secret Service Special Agent
- 2012: U.S. Senate Candidate (Maryland)
- 2014: U.S. House Candidate (MD-6)
- 2016: U.S. House Primary Candidate (FL-19)
- 2019–Present: Host of The Dan Bongino Show
- 2021–2023: Host of Unfiltered with Dan Bongino (Fox News)
Books
- Life Inside the Bubble (2013)
- The Fight (2016)
- Spygate (2018)
- Exonerated (2019)
- Follow the Money (2020)
Full Physical Measurements
- Height: Approximately 6 ft 1 in (public listings)
- Weight: Not publicly disclosed
- Hair Color: Brown
- Eye Color: Brown
Health
In September 2020, Bongino publicly announced that he had been diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma. He underwent treatment and later stated in 2021 that he was cancer-free.
Controversies
His Twitter account was temporarily suspended in January 2021 following the events of January 6.
His YouTube channel was suspended in January 2022 for violating platform policies related to COVID-19 content.
Fox News announced in April 2023 that he would not be returning to his weekend television program.
Political Views
Bongino identifies as a conservative and is affiliated with the Republican Party.
His commentary frequently addresses federal law enforcement policy, government transparency, taxation, and media criticism.
Net Worth & Income
Dan Bongino’s annual earnings are estimated to be in the multi-million-dollar range, mainly from radio, podcasting, book sales, and media work.
His estimated net worth is between $10 million and $20 million, though these figures are not officially confirmed.
Awards & Honors
- Hosted Unfiltered with Dan Bongino on Fox News from 2021 to 2023.
- Served as a Secret Service special agent from 1999 to 2011, including time in the Presidential Protection Division.
- Was the Republican nominee for U.S. Senate in Maryland in 2012.
- Hosts a nationally syndicated radio program.
- Has written several books on politics and public policy.
Social Media
- Website: https://bongino.com
- X (Twitter): @dbongino
- Facebook: Dan Bongino
- Instagram: @dbongino
Trivia
- His Facebook posts were among the most shared on the platform in October 2020.
- He served in the Secret Service’s Presidential Protection Division, protecting Presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama.
- He left the Secret Service in 2011 to run for the U.S. Senate.
- In 2014, he narrowly lost a congressional race, earning 48.2% of the vote.
- In 2020, he was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma and later announced he was cancer-free.
FAQs
Q: How tall is Dan Bongino?
A: He is about 6 feet 1 inch (1.85 meters) tall.
Q: What is Dan Bongino’s net worth?
A: His estimated net worth is around $150 million.
Q: Did Dan Bongino serve in the Secret Service?
A: Yes. He served as a special agent from 1999 to 2011.
Q: Was Dan Bongino elected to Congress?
A: No. He ran for federal office three times but was not elected.
Q: Who is Dan Bongino married to?
A: He is married to Paula Bongino. They have two daughters.
