Jason Matheson

jason.matheson@foxtv.com

Jason Matheson started at FOX 9 as Executive Producer of “The Buzz” a long running and highly popular daily entertainment segment that covered the world of local and national entertainment. Before long, he moved in front of the camera on “Good Day Minnesota.”

Since his arrival in 2000, he has seen nearly every movie and interviewed everyone from Nicole Kidman, to Tom Cruise to Julie Andrews.

Jason reports on all things Hollywood and serves as film critic for FOX 9 and some of the Twin Cities top-rated radio stations.

In addition to his on-air duties, Jason serves as News Production Manager for both KMSP and WFTC.

Before joining the FOX family, Jason spent three years at WCCO-TV, climbing the ladder from overnight dispatcher, to assistant assignment editor, to weekend assignment editor. He attended Columbia College in Chicago studying Communication and Film History and currently serves as a member of the Broadcast Film Critics Association.

Besides a passion for movies, Jason believes in helping children and is a supporter of DISTRICT 202, an organization dedicated to helping gay youth. He is also a proud supporter of Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Twin Cities.

Jason is originally from Indiana. He lives in Downtown Minneapolis.

Hometown: Michigan City, Indiana

College: Columbia in Chicago

Joined FOX 9: 2000

What was your favorite story to work on? This is a hard one because I’ve been so blessed to have covered so many fantastic people and events. However, I think the event that sticks out in my mind the most was the tragic death of Paul Wellstone. We had just become a FOX station and there were a lot of new faces in our building – new family members – and we were still in the process of getting to know each other and establish a rhythm. But, you never would have known that from our outstanding effort during that story. We came together for the first time and it was so amazing to watch. I was – and remain – so proud to be apart of this family!

Are you on Facebook? Ummm, yes! And, admittedly…I’m a little obsessed with it!

What’s on your iPod? Right now I’m lovin’ a lot of Jason Mraz and Beyonce.

Most memorable interview or TV moment? This is an easy one! My all time favorite show is, “DALLAS” and I had the chance to meet and interview Linda Gray who played “Sue Ellen” on the show. Let me tell you, I literally almost passed out during the interview. It was the only time I almost cried DURING an interview on camera! I know, go ahead and laugh it’s ok.

Five people (dead or alive) you would most want to have dinner with? Barbara Bel Geddes, Katie Couric, Larry Hagman, Marilyn Monroe and George Lucas.

What would the meal be? A fantastic Italian feast!

Favorite TV shows/Movies? I have so many favorite shows and movies but a few of my favorites are: “DALLAS” “SIX FEET UNDER” “THE LATE SHOW WITH DAVID LETTERMAN” “KNOTS LANDING” “ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS” “DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES.” As far as movies, well, there are just too many to list but I’ll say the “STAR WARS” trilogy and “E.T.” are among my all-time favs!

Favorite sports team? The Twins

Biggest pet peeves? Rude people.

Guilty pleasures? Any Chinese buffet and Rick Astley

Family/pets? Well, if I don’t mention my mother, she’ll disown me! Hi Dar! I love you! And, I don’t have any pets.