Jack Hanna

Photo of Jack Hanna

Job Title

Actor, Consultants & Advisors

Born

January 2, 1947

Career Milestones

1996

Hosted a series of specials on Family Channel "Jack Hanna's Wildlife Adventures"

1993

Served as host of the syndicated series "Jack Hanna's Animal Adventures"

1992

Became director emeritus of the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

1985

Made first of numerous appearances on CBS' "Late Night with David Letterman"

1983

Began making regular appearances on the ABC morning program, "Good Morning America"

1978

Settled in Columbus, Ohio when appointed director of the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Moved to Florida and served as director of the Central Florida Zoo in Sanford

After college operated a pet shop and petting zoo

While in college, reportedly raised ducks in his dorm room and a donkey in back of a fraternity house

At age 12, was befriended by a local veterinarian who allowed him to travel around on rounds

Born and raised in Knoxville, Tennessee