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Krystal Ball - Age, Family, Bio

Author

Emma Horne

Updated on February 14, 2026

Certified public accountant and TV personality who also ran for Congress in Virginia in 2010. She's become known for her appearances on various political news networks, including three years hosting The Cycle on MSNBC.

Before Fame

After originally attending Clemson University on an athletic scholarship, she transferred to the University of Virginia. She graduated with a degree in economics proceeded to spend time working as a CPA.

Trivia

Her Congressional campaign was derailed after pictures of her at a costume party in college surfaced, and while they may have ruined her chances of being elected, she's since credited them for helping her enter a career in media to talk about issues she cares about.

Family Life

She married Jonathan Dariyanani in 2008 and has two children.

Associated With

She and Abby Huntsman worked together as hosts of The Cycle.