Before marrying Katie Couric, John Molner despite his own successful career, was relatively unknown to the public.

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John Molner, Katie Couric’s husband, was born on January 21, 1963, in Chicago, Illinois, to Paula and Herbert Molner.

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He grew up with his two brothers, David, a film financier, and Tom, a lawyer. Molner completed his elementary and secondary education in the United States

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John Molner has two biological children, Henry and Allie, from his previous marriage to Jane Franke Molner, which ended in divorce.

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John and Katie met in 2011, becoming friends and later a couple.

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Using her platform, Katie is now advocating for regular health check-ups and screenings, emphasizing the importance of early detection.

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