Alastair Stewart Biography: Children, Age, Net Worth, Wife, Parents, Siblings, Height, Songs, Nationality

Alastair Stewart is a retired English journalist and newscaster renowned for his record-breaking 44-year career, including over 35 years as a main presenter for ITV News, making him Britain’s longest-serving male newsreader.

A respected broadcaster, he anchored major events like royal weddings, general elections, and the 2008 U.S. presidential election, earning multiple awards before retiring from regular broadcasting in 2023.

Profile

• Full Name: Alastair James Stewart
• Stage Name: Alastair Stewart
• Born: June 22, 1952
• Age: 72 years old
• Birthplace: Emsworth, Hampshire, England
• Nationality: British
• Occupation: Journalist, Television Presenter, Actor
• Height: 5’6” (168 cm)
• Parents: Mr. Stewart, Mrs. Stewart
• Siblings: Aelred Stewart, Iain Stewart, Stephen Stewart
• Spouse: Sally Ann Jung
• Children: Alexander Stewart, Clemmie Stewart, Freddie Stewart, Oscar Stewart
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth:$1.5 million to USD 5 million

Early Life and Education

Alastair Stewart, a retired English journalist and newscaster, was born on June 22, 1952, in Emsworth, Hampshire, England.

Raised by his Scottish father from Invergarry, a Royal Air Force officer, and his English mother, who served in the Women’s Royal Naval Service, Alastair grew up in a disciplined yet supportive household with three siblings: Aelred, Iain, and Stephen.

His mixed Scottish and English heritage shaped his strong sense of identity. He attended Madras College in St. Andrews, Fife, Scotland, followed by Salesian College in Farnborough, Hampshire, and St. Augustine’s Abbey School in Ramsgate, Kent.

He studied economics and politics at the University of Bristol, where he was active in student media, and worked for the National Union of Students from 1974 to 1976, honing his public speaking skills. His ethnicity is Scottish-English.

Career

Alastair Stewart began his broadcasting career in 1976 with Southern Television in Southampton, where he worked as a journalist, industrial correspondent, and documentary filmmaker.

He joined ITN in 1980, serving as a presenter and reporter for Channel 4 News (1980–1983) before becoming a main newsreader for ITV News.

For over 35 years, he anchored ITV Evening News, News at Ten, ITV Lunchtime News (2007–2015), and ITV News London (1993–2009). He hosted Live with Alastair Stewart on the ITV News Channel during the 2003 Iraq War.

He was a key figure in ITV’s election coverage, co-anchoring general elections in 1987, 1992, 1997, 2005, and the 2008 U.S. presidential election. He moderated the first live UK prime ministerial debate in 2010.

Stewart presented Police Camera Action! (1994–2007, 2007–2008), though he was temporarily dropped after a 2003 drink-driving conviction.

He hosted Alastair Stewart’s Sunday on BBC Radio 5 (1994), GMTV (1995–2001), and ITV’s Moral of the Story (2007).

In January 2020, he stepped down from ITV News after a Twitter dispute involving a Shakespeare quote perceived as racially insensitive, which breached ITN guidelines.

He joined GB News in 2021, hosting Alastair Stewart & Friends until his retirement in March 2023, after which he contributed as a pundit, including commentary on King Charles III’s coronation.

His acting credits include The Bill (1984) and Unbelievable Moments: Caught on Camera (2014). In September 2023, he announced a diagnosis of early-onset vascular dementia following multiple strokes.

Awards and Nominations

• Royal Television Society Awards (2002): Nominated for the Face of London Award
• Royal Television Society Awards (2004, 2005): News Presenter of the Year (for Beslan siege coverage, 2004)
• Order of the British Empire (OBE, 2006): For services to broadcasting and charity
• University of Bristol (2008): Honorary Doctor of Laws for broadcasting contributions

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: None
• Facebook Handle: Alastair Stewart
• Twitter Handle: @AlStewartOBE

Personal Life

Alastair Stewart, a retired English journalist and newscaster, is currently 72 and married to Sally Ann Jung, whom he wed in 1978.

They live on a farm in Bramdean, Hampshire, and have four children: Alexander, a former football analyst for Tifo Football; Clemmie; Freddie; and Oscar.

A patron of charities like Kids for Kids, Scope, and Naomi House & Jacksplace, Stewart is deeply committed to philanthropy.

In 2003, he was convicted of drunk driving after crashing his car three times over the legal limit, resulting in a 23-month driving ban and £3,000 fine.

In 2023, he revealed a diagnosis of early-onset vascular dementia after suffering multiple strokes, which he discussed publicly to raise awareness.

Filmography

• The Bill (1984) – TV Series (Actor)
• Police Camera Action! (1994–2007, 2007–2008) – TV Series (Presenter)
• Unbelievable Moments: Caught on Camera (2014) – TV Series (Presenter)

Net Worth

Alastair Stewart, a retired English journalist and newscaster, has an estimated net worth of $1.5 million to USD 5 million.

His wealth stems from his 44-year career with ITV News, GB News, and other media projects, with an estimated annual salary of $100,000 to $500,000 during his peak years.