Errol Barnett is an anchor and correspondent for CNN International, based at the network’s world headquarters in Atlanta. He regularly anchors weekend editions of ‘World Report’ and also hosts ‘iReport for CNN’, CNNI’s monthly show that reveals the most compelling videos, pictures and stories generated by CNN’s iReporters from all over the world.
Since joining the network in 2008, Barnett has been integral in incorporating social media into CNN’s reporting of many breaking news events including the aftermath of the Iran elections; terrorist bombings in Jakarta; devastating earthquake in L’Aquila; deadly Turkish plane crash near Amsterdam; and the offensive between Israel and Gaza in early 2009.
Recognized as a “Power 30 Under 30” by Atlanta’s Apex society, Barnett has covered a wide range of stories for CNN including the development of anti-piracy legislation in France and Britain; global reaction to U.S. President Barack Obama winning the 2009 Nobel Peace Prize and the presidential elections in Israel, Afghanistan and South Africa. You can watch all of his reports here.
Barnett’s career in journalism started in 2001 at just 18 years of age when Channel One News made him their youngest anchor/reporter for the in-school program. In his five years with Channel One, Barnett covered an array of stories including the 2004 Democratic National Convention; the attacks on September 11, 2001; Hurricanes Ivan and Lily; President Bush’s second inauguration; and wildfires in California.
While at Channel One, Barnett also traveled to the Netherlands to report on ecstasy trafficking to the U.S. and even secured an interview with Asa Hutchinson, who was at the time the head of the Drug Enforcement Agency. Other notable stories covered include teenage heroin use in the New England suburbs; credit card debt issues for young people; and violence in schools.
Barnett has also worked for ReelzChannel, serving as a correspondent and host. Based in Los Angeles, Barnett interviewed several U.S. celebrities including Forest Whitaker, Russell Crowe, Lucy Liu and Christiane Bale as well as covering film festivals and movie premieres.
Born in Milton Keynes, England, Barnett is a member of the National Association of Black Journalists. He earned a bachelor of arts degree in political science with a focus on international relations from University of California, Los Angeles in 2008.
|
 |
|
