Fox News has extended Lawrence Jones’ contract for an additional three years. Under the new agreement, Jones will receive an annual salary of $2 million along with $500,000 in bonuses. Currently, his net worth is estimated at $9 million. He is married to Amanda Leigh.
Jones joined Fox News as a contributor in December 2018. He hosted Lawrence Jones Cross Country from 2022 to 2023 and filled in for Tucker Carlson on Fox News Tonight after Carlson’s departure. In September 2023, he was named a permanent co-host of Fox & Friends.
Lawrence Jones Net Worth
| Full Name | Lawrence Billy Jones III |
| Profession | Commentator and Author |
| Net Worth | $9 Million |
| Salary | $2 Million |
| Book Royalties | $270,000 |
| Stock Portfolio | $1.15 Million |
| Wife | Amanda Leigh Scott |
Business Venture
Lawrence Jones and Bret Baier have partnered to open Capital Cuts, a high-end steakhouse in downtown Nashville, Tennessee. The duo invested $750,000 each into the venture. The business employs over 30 staff members and seats up to 120 guests, with a mix of indoor and outdoor spaces.
Lawrence Jones Wife
Not many know that Lawrence Jones’ wife is Amanda. The two married after dating for only eight months. Amanda is a professional makeup artist who has worked with some of the biggest stars in Hollywood.
Amanda has worked with stars like Scarlett Johansson, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Chris Hemsworth on films such as Avengers: Endgame and The Wolf of Wall Street. She earns an estimated $500,000 annually from her work in the industry.
Lawrence Jones and his wife maintain a low public profile. They recently purchased a beachfront condo in Florida with a bank loan. The couple does not have any children together.
Background
Prior to Fox News, Jones was the Editor-in-Chief at Campus Reform, hosted his own radio show on TheBlaze Radio Network, and served as a contributing host for TheBlaze TV.
Jones has been involved in significant on-the-ground reporting, including his “barbershop series” where he engaged with voters in different cities like Detroit, New York, and Atlanta.