Prior to his assignment in South Africa, Errol reported for CNN in Abu Dhabi during the Arab Spring. He covered widespread unrest in Tunisia and similar uprisings in countries including Bahrain, Egypt, Libya, Yemen, and Syria, offering critical insights into political and social revolutions across the region.
Later, CNN moved Errol to its global headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia. There, he covered major stories like the death of actor Robin Williams, the Ferguson, Missouri protests—which also gave rise to an internet meme based on his coverage—and the search for Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370.
His international reporting portfolio includes coverage of Japan’s devastating earthquake and tsunami, the Chilean miners’ rescue, and the death of Osama bin Laden. Additionally, Errol reported extensively on the rise of social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter and their influence on public life, as featured in CNN programs such as "World Report" and "iReport for CNN."
Errol Barnett was recognized by Atlanta Apex in its “Power 30 Under 30” list for his efforts in integrating social media into breaking news journalism. His work has demonstrated how digital engagement can enhance the reach and accuracy of news reporting.
As of 2015, Errol was in a relationship with Nyasha Zimucha, a noted African model and television personality. In September 2015, he was granted United States citizenship. Though his net worth remains undisclosed, Errol remains highly active on social media. He frequently engages with his audience on Twitter via his handle @ErrolCNN, where he shares updates and insights on current events and global developments.
Return to the previous page| Birth Date: | 3 Apr, 1983 |
| Age: | 37 yrs |
| Occupations: | Correspondent |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Milton Keynes |
| Education: | University of California, Los Angeles |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | British television presenter |
| Twitter Id: | Errolbarnett |
