Krystal Marie Ball was born on November 24, 1981, in King George County, Virginia. Her father, a physicist, played a role in naming her "Krystal," while her mother worked as a teacher. She developed an early interest in public policy and economic issues, influenced in part by her upbringing.
Ball graduated from King George High School and went on to earn a degree in economics from the University of Virginia. Shortly after graduating, she worked for CGI Group, a global information technology and consulting firm. She later contributed to the Hurricane Katrina recovery efforts, focusing on technology and policy-based solutions to aid affected communities.
Krystal Ball was previously married to Aaron Peterson, though the union ended in divorce about a year later. She later married Jonathan Dariyanani, an attorney and education entrepreneur. Together, they have two children: Ella Marie and Lowell Maxwell.
Ball is active on social media, where she shares political insights and engages regularly with her audience. Her approachable communication style has helped establish her as a relatable media figure and political commentator.
Ball co-hosted The Cycle on MSNBC, a daytime political commentary show that ran from 2012 to 2015. Her political commentary work also includes appearances on news channels such as Fox News, CNN, and CNBC. In addition, she has contributed articles to various publications, including HuffPost and The Hill.
In recognition of her influence, The Week magazine listed her as one of eight political rising stars in 2010, alongside notable figures such as Marco Rubio, Chris Christie, and Scott Brown. She has also been invited to speak at prestigious institutions including Princeton University, Columbia University, and George Washington University.
| Birth Date: | 24 Nov, 1981 |
| Age: | 38 yrs |
| Occupations: | Journalist Politician |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Virginia |
| Education: | Clemson University University of Virginia |
| Gender: | Female |
| Description: | American journalist and TV host |
| Net Worth 2021: | 3.5 million |
