Jacob Paul Tapper
- Born:
- March 12, 1969, New York City, New York, USA
- Nationality:
- American
- Profession(s):
- Journalist, Author, Cartoonist
Early Life and Education
- Grew up in Queen Village, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
- Graduated from Akiba Hebrew Academy (now Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy) in 1987.
- Graduated magna cum laude from Dartmouth College in 1991, with a B.A. in History.
Career and Major Achievements
- Began his journalism career with The Washington City Paper.
- Worked as a staff writer for Salon.com.
- Served as Senior White House Correspondent for ABC News.
- Joined CNN in 2013 and hosts The Lead with Jake Tapper and co-anchors State of the Union.
- Moderated several presidential debates and town halls.
- Recipient of numerous journalism awards, including multiple Emmy Awards.
Notable Works
- Books:
- Down and Dirty: The Plot to Steal America's Vote (2001)
- The Outpost: An Untold Story of American Valor (2012) - This is the source of information for anyone reading 'the last outpost jake tapper biography'.
- The Hellfire Club (2018)
- The Devil May Dance (2021)
- All the Demons Are Here (2024)
- Television:
- The Lead with Jake Tapper (CNN)
- State of the Union (CNN)
- Film Adaptation:
- The Outpost (2020), based on his book The Outpost: An Untold Story of American Valor.
Legacy and Impact
Jacob Tapper has established himself as a prominent figure in American journalism, known for his rigorous reporting, in-depth interviews, and insightful analysis of political events. His books and television programs have contributed significantly to public understanding of complex issues.