Dana Perino is a former White House press secretary, political commentator, anchor, host, and author. She is the second female White House press secretary who served from 2007 to 2009 under President George W. Bush. After leaving the White House, she started working for FOX News and continued doing so until now.
She’s incredibly famous because of her research-based political commentary and unique storytelling. Presently, she’s renowned for being the co-host of a FOX News talk show, The Five, and co-anchor of America’s Newsroom. She has been married to Peter McMahon since 1998. They are such an excellent and supportive couple.
Before Fame
She started getting recognition after she worked for a CBS affiliate, WCIA, as a reporter and journalist. Perino’s fame can be attributed to her different positions served at the White House from early 2002 to 2009, most popular being a White House press secretary for President George Bush.
Early Life & Education
Dana Marie Perino was born on May 9, 1972, in Evanston, Wyoming, United States of America, to Leo Perino and Jan Perino. She grew up in Denver alongside her brother and sister named Angie Perino.
For her high school education, she went to Ponderosa High School in a Denver suburb Parker. She finished her bachelor’s degree in mass communications from Colorado State University Pueblo. Later, she enrolled in University of Illinois Springfield, where she got her master’s degree in public affairs.
Dana Perino Wiki/Biography
| Real Name | Dana Marie Perino |
| Nickname | Dana |
| Date of Birth | May 9, 1972 |
| Age | 54 years (as of 2026) |
| Birthplace | Evanston, Wyoming, United States |
| Zodiac sign | Taurus |
| Nationality | American |
| Ethnicity | Italian |
| Hair Color | Blonde |
| Eye Color | Green |
| Net Worth | $12 million (as of 2026) |
Physical Details
| Height | 5 feet 2 inches (157 cm or 1.57 m) |
| Weight | 55 kg (121 lbs) |
| Body Measurements | 34-23-34 |
| Body Shape | Hourglass |
| Body Build | Slim |
| Dress Size | 16 (US) |
| Shoe Size | 8 (US) |
Personal Life & Family
| Relationship Status | Married |
| Husband | Peter McMahon (m. 1998) |
| Children | Stepmother to Barry and Kelly |
| Siblings | A brother and sister named Angie Perino |
| Father | Leo Perino |
| Mother | Jan Perino |
Age, Height & Weight
The political commentator was born on May 9, 1972. As of 2026, she is 54 years old. She has maintained her health perfectly by working out and going on a diet for various times during the year.
Perino stands at an excellent height of 1.57 m and weighs approximately 121 lbs. She has body measurements of around 34-23-34 inches.
Husband & Children
The anchor met her husband, Peter McMahon, for the first time on a flight when they were sitting next to each other. Peter proposed to her outside the Washington Cathedral, which she accepted during their first-year anniversary. The pair got married on September 30, 1998, in a private ceremony.
They had their honeymoon in Greece. Almost three decades have passed, and their marriage has only gotten stronger. Dana does not have any kid with Peter, but she’s a stepmother to Peter’s two kids from a previous marriage.
Net Worth
Dana Perino is an American political commentator, anchor, and author who has an estimated net worth of around $12 million. Most of her net worth and wealth stems from her various jobs, appearances fees, work at television and the White House. Since her days at the White House, she has been actively making a good salary. At Fox News, she makes well over $1 million annually.
Some Hidden Facts About Dana Perino
- She is an American national of Italian descent.
- Dana celebrates her birthday every year on May 9th.
- Professionally, she’s a political commentator, host, and anchor.
- In 2017, she was hosting her own show solely named The Daily Briefing with Dana Perino on FOX News.
- She has authored many books, including Purple State and Everything Will Be Okay.
- Dana has been almost married for three decades to the love of his life.
- She, Madison Alworth, and Rachel Campos-Duffy are colleagues and close friends.
- She really likes Vizsla dogs and owns one named Percy.
- As of now, she resides in a beachfront home in Bay Head, New Jersey.
