Melissa Wilson Biography
Melissa Wilson is an accomplished American and an Emmy Award-winning journalist currently working as an anchor for FOX 26 Morning News on weekdays. In addition, she co-anchored FOX 26 News at 9 p.m. for ten years, as part of the longest-running anchor team at FOX 26. Melissa made the switch to mornings in 2010 when her son began school and she needed “mom-friendly” working hours.
Melissa Wilson Age
Her age is not available as of now, research is ongoing and this information will be updated soon. She is around 45 years old.
Melissa Wilson Education
She received her Bachelor of Arts in Telecommunications from Baylor University. She started her broadcasting career as the evening anchor at KAUZ-TV in Wichita Falls and then went on to anchor at Florida’s News Channel.
Melissa Wilson Height|Weight
Wilson stands on an average height of 5 Feet 4 inches and weighs around 60kgs.
Melissa Wilson Family
She originates from Texas. However, she has not revealed information regarding her family members, this information is currently under review and will be updated soon.
Melissa Wilson Husband|Married
Wilson has not revealed whether she is in a relationship as she likes to keep her personal life private, However, This information is under review and will be updated as soon as it is available.
Melissa Wilson Children
She has not revealed whether he has children as she likes to keep her personal life private, However, This information is under review and will be updated as soon as it is available.
Melissa Wilson Career
Wilson enjoys all of the live interviews and a more relaxed format that comes with a morning news program. She originates from Texas, she received her Bachelor of Arts in Telecommunications from Baylor University. She started her broadcasting career as the evening anchor at KAUZ-TV in Wichita Falls and then went on to anchor at Florida’s News Channel. Houston Woman Magazine named Wilson one of the “Top 50 Most Influential Women in Houston”. American Women in Radio and Television nominated Melissa for “Personality of the Year”.
In addition, she has also been honored with the prestigious “Gracie Award” and Lone Star Emmy Awards. The Fair Care Center of Houston named Melissa a “Living Legend”. The Houston Press named her one of Houston’s “Most Beautiful Reporters”. Melissa has been an Honorary Co-Chair for the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure since 2000. Furthermore, she also serves on their Advisory Board of Directors. She serves or has served, on the following Boards of Directors: Children at Risk, Lazarus House, March of Dimes, United Way, Harris County Community College Nurse’s Association, “Gifts with Heart”, and Baylor Business Network.
This year will be her 12th Annual “Melissa Wilson Golf Classic” for Children at Risk. Wilson is a member of Baylor University Women’s Association and Sigma Kappa’s Alumnae Association. She is a “Friend” of Escape Family Resource Center. She has volunteered for the Christian Community Service Center and is a member of the Association of Health Care Journalists and The Society of Professional Journalists.
Melissa Wilson Interviews
Wilson has interviewed everyone from Mexico’s President Vicente Fox, Kofi Annan, Walter Cronkite, Karl Rove, Bill O’Reilly, and Dan Rather, to Actors James Earl Jones, Andy McDowell, Rob Schneider, Lucy Liu, and singers Josh Groban, Nora Jones, Clay Walker, and Amy Grant. She has gotten to meet Presidents Jimmy Carter, Bill Clinton, George HW Bush, First Ladies Barbara Bush, Hillary Rodham Clinton, Laura Bush, as well as Al and Tipper Gore.
Melissa is also very active in her children’s activities. She serves as the Co-Den Leader with her husband for their son’s Cub Scouts troop. Wilson has served on the Capital Campaign Cabinet, as well as the Gala Fundraising Committee at her son’s school. She has taught her sons Sunday school classes. She also loves to play sports with her children. They stay busy taking care of the family pets, including a puppy, two cats, a leopard gecko, a turtle, fire belly toads, hermit crabs, a hamster, and many fish. She also enjoys capturing special moments with her family and career through scrapbooking. Gardening is also one of her favorite ways to spend time.
Melissa Wilson Salary|Net Worth
Wilson has an estimated salary ranging between $70,000 – $125,000 and has an estimated net worth of $1 Million -$5 Million which she earns from his broadcasting career.
Melissa Wilson Social Media Platforms
She is very active on all social media accounts and she is often seen posting on her platforms. Wilson has over 30k followers on Twitter, 3.1k followers on Facebook, and 2.9 k followers on Instagram.
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