John Pastorek Biography
Pastorek John is an American journalist serving at WBRZ-TV as a co-anchor for the popular morning show, 2une In, he joined the Station in July 1977 after graduating from the Missouri School of Journalism.
John Pastorek Career | Education
Following his graduation from Broadmoor High School in Baton Rouge, John attained his journalism degree from the prestigious Missouri School of Journalism. After graduating, he joined WRAL-TV as a co-anchor for the popular morning show, 2une In. He has played this role to date. Garnering over 100 accolades in local, state, and national journalism, John’s achievements include an Emmy for his documentary on hot air balloons.
John Pastorek Awards
In 1981, John’s exceptional series “The Holocaust Remembered” earned him the prestigious Erich Sternberg Humanitarian Award. His noteworthy contributions also led to his recognition as one of the Outstanding Young Men of America in 1983 and inclusion in Who’s Who Among Students in American Colleges and Universities in 1976. In 2009, the Louisiana Association of Broadcasters bestowed upon John a Lifetime Achievement Award.
Throughout his tenure as a reporter for WBRZ, Pastorek has embarked on journeys worldwide to produce impactful reports and documentaries. Additionally, in 1992, he represented Louisiana alone, chosen to cover Operation Desert Shield and Desert Storm alongside a Baton Rouge-based Army Reserve unit. Recognizing his unwavering courage and dedicated service, they appointed him an honorary member of the 321st MMC in August 1996. Moreover, his journalistic endeavors have taken him on specialized assignments to Africa, Medjugorje, Yugoslavia, and Central America.
John’s commitment to community service has also been celebrated, earning him the title of one of Baton Rouge’s distinguished “Volunteer Activists” for 2004. Pastorek has been honored with numerous Associated Press awards for his contributions to features, documentaries, and specialized medical reporting, alongside recognition from esteemed bodies such as the Louisiana State Medical Society and the East Baton Rouge Parish Medical Society. Notably, the Louisiana State Medical Society awarded John the 2010 Excellence in Medical Journalism accolade in the Television Media category for his compelling medical series, “Reduce Your Risk.”
These are some of the media personalities that John works with at WBRZ-TV;
- Taylor Rubach
- Jacelyn Wheat
- Marisa Nuzzo
- Dr. Josh Eachus
- Keller Watts
- Corey Rholdon
Matt Trent- Lauren Hawkins
- Katie Easter
- Falon Brown
- Brandi B. Harris
- Bess Casserleigh
- Sylvia Weatherspoon
- Michael Shingleton
- Chris Nakamoto
- Brittany Weiss
John Pastorek Salary
Pastorek’s annual salary ranges between $25,000 to $60,000.
John Pastorek’s Net Worth
Pastorek’s estimated net worth is about $1.5 Million to $4.5 Million.
John Pastorek Age
Pastorek’s actual age is not publicly available as of 2024 but he is about 55.
John Pastorek Wife
Pastorek is happily married to Jackie O’Beirne-Pastorek, they got married on October 19th, 2001. They are dog parents of an adorable dog, Scooby Doux.
John Pastorek Family | Parents
Pastorek was brought up by his parents, Mr. Pastorek and Rose Marie Bossier Pastorek. However, information about his siblings and relatives is still under review and, so far is not available publicly.
John Pastorek’s Social Media Platforms
Pastorek interacts with his fans quite often and has 4.9K followers on Facebook, 520 followers on Twitter, and 390 followers on Instagram.
6 Quick Facts About John
- Age: Not Available
- Marital Status: Married
- Net Worth: Between $1.5 Million and $4.5 Million
- Salary: Between $25, 000 and $60, 000
- Nationality: American
- Height: 5 feet 6 inches tall
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