Jeanine Ferris Pirro was born on 2 June 1951, in Elmira, New York State, USA.
She is a former judge, television host, author, politician, and prosecutor, best known for her work with the Fox News Channel program “Justice with Judge Jeanine” of which she is the host.
She was also known for her frequent appearances in NBC News and “The Today Show”.
Jeanine is of Lebanese descent – her father was a mobile home salesman, while her mother was a department store model.
At a young age, she decided that she wanted to pursue a career as an attorney, and while attending Notre Dame High School, interned at the District Attorney’s office in Chemung County.
After matriculating, she enrolled at the University at Buffalo, graduating with bachelor’s degree, and then continued her studies at Union University’s Albany Law School, where she completed her Juris Doctorate, and where she worked on the school’s legal publication as an editor.
Officiated at the wedding of Juliet Huddy and Doug Barrett on January 23, 2009.
Has three dogs, a Huskie named Lancelot, and two poodles; and two pigs.
Her daughter is a lawyer and her son is in law school [July, 2012].
Launch of her syndicated TV show, Judge Jeanine Pirro (2008). [September 2008]
Release of her book, "To Punish and Protect: A DA's Fight Against a System That Coddles Criminals" by Jeanine with Catherine Whitney. [2003]
Has a sister named Lulu.One of her first jobs was a telephone operator.
She is the daughter of Esther (Awad) and Nasser Ferris, who are of Lebanese descent. Her former husband, whose surname is Pirro, is of Italian ancestry.
Her mother, Esther Awad Ferris, passed away in April, 2019.
Height : In Feet and Inches – 5′ 4″ In Centimetres – 163 cm
Weight : 128 lbs 58 kg
Measurements : 37-26-37 in (94-66-94 cm)
Dress Size: 8 (US)
Bra Size/Cup Size: 34C