A.J. Benza: Net Worth and Career Insights
A.J. Benza, an American television host and gossip columnist, boasts a net worth of $500 thousand. Born in New York City in June 1962, Benza pursued journalism at C.W. Post College, setting the stage for his illustrious career.
Benza's journalism career began at Newsday, later becoming the gossip columnist for the New York Daily News. His presence extended to television with appearances on The Gossip Show on E! Entertainment Television, as well as on popular series like Hard Copy, Geraldo, The Maury Povich Show, and The Montel William Show.
Following his departure from the New York Daily News, Benza hosted E!'s Mysteries and Scandals. His acting career includes roles in films such as Ransom, The Deli, Not Even the Trees, Scriptfellas, Chump Change, Risque, P.S. Your Cat Is Dead!, Pauly Shore Is Dead, and Rocky Balboa.
Benza's television appearances continued with shows including Howard Stern, High Stakes Poker, Celebrity Fit Club USA, and Gimme My Reality Show!. However, his frequent appearances on the Howard Stern Show concluded after a controversial incident in 2001.
In addition to his on-screen work, Benza authored the book Fame, Ain't it a Bitch in 2001. Notably, he dated fashion model Kara Young, who was also linked to Donald Trump.
