Boomer, Barkley, and Gus
Don Lemon and his fiancee Tim Malone, have three rescue dogs, all poodles, named Boomer, Barkley, and Gus. They first adopted Boomer (the black poodle) together in 2018 while dating. Next, the couple adopted Barkley and then finally Gus in March 2020. They’re all inseparable, with the dogs often shown at Lemon’s office at CNN. Before they got Gus, Boomer and Barkley were both a big part of their engagement, with Malone surprising Lemon with his proposal engraved on their dog tags (via Instagram).
Don Lemon
Birthday
March 1, 1966 (58)
Don Lemon is a journalist and news anchor. Lemon began his career in journalism in the mid-1990s and quickly made a name for himself as an outstanding reporter. He worked for various news outlets, including NBC News, MSNBC, and CNN. Lemon was later promoted to become a prime-time anchor on CNN, where he continued to report on breaking news stories, host town hall events, and interview high-profile guests until April 2023.
One of the milestones in Lemon’s career was when he became the first openly gay black man to host a prime-time news program on a major news network. This was a groundbreaking moment for both the LGBTQ+ community and the media industry, and it solidified Lemon’s place as a trailblazer in the field of journalism. He has also been recognized for his work as an author, with his memoir “Transparent” receiving critical acclaim.
Throughout his career, Lemon has collaborated with numerous influential people and celebrities. He has interviewed politicians, celebrities, and activists, including former President Barack Obama, Oprah Winfrey, and LeBron James. He has also worked alongside other news anchors and reporters, such as Anderson Cooper and Chris Cuomo, on various news programs.
Lemon’s dedication to his work and his commitment to unbiased reporting have earned him numerous awards and recognition. He has received multiple Emmy Awards for his reporting and was named one of Time Magazine’s 100 most influential people in the world in 2019. His impact on the industry has been undeniable, and he continues to be a respected and admired figure in the world of journalism.
