Blake Ellis Profile
Blake Ellis is an American Reporter, Writer, and Author working for CNN in Atlanta, Georgia. She joined the network in December 2009.
Blake Ellis Career
Ellis serves at CNN as a senior investigative reporter, a position she has held since January 2017. She is often seen on the network and other TV and radio networks, where she discusses her investigations. She has revealed among the longest-running scams in history as well as widespread sexual abuse in nursing homes. Her reports have brought inspiration to government investigation and legislative action. She and Melanie Hicken, her longtime reporting partner, have done a groundbreaking investigation into the secret world of government debt collectors. The investigation earned the prestigious Heywood Broun Award of Distinction. Also, it brought inspiration to lawmakers to take action with legislation aimed at closing the loophole highlighted in the stories.

Ellis and Melanie Hicken were also finalists for a Peabody Award for the network’s coverage of guns in America. In addition, the International Association of Broadcasting; the National Endowment for Financial Education; the National Association of Consumer Advocates; the National Press Club; and the Radio Television Digital News Association have recognized Melanie and Ellis for their work. Ellis holds several awards from the Newswomen’s Club of New York, as well as the Society of American Business Editors and Writers.
Ellis has worked for CNNMoney where she reported on personal finance. On CNNMoney, she has worked as a personal finance writer/reporter and senior writer. She has interned with various magazines and newspapers; at Bloomberg News as an Editorial Intern for 4 months; at Fortune Magazine as an Editorial Intern for 3 months; at Fortune Small Business magazine as an Editorial Intern for 3 months; at The Star as a senior reporter for 4 months; and at Islamica Magazine as an Editorial Intern for 4 months. Mentioning her education, Ellis is a proud alumnus of Kenyon College. She graduated from the university in the year 2009 with a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in International Studies.
Blake Ellis Age / How old is Blake Ellis?
Ellis is 37 years of as of 2022. She was born in the year 1985 in the United States. Her exact date and month of birth are unknown at the moment therefore it is difficult to know when she celebrates her birthday.
Blake Ellis Height
How tall is Blake Ellis? Ellis stands at a height of approximately 5 feet 3 inches (1.60 m).
Quick Facts About Blake Ellis
Age | 37 years as of 2022 |
Nationality | American |
Spouse | Not Available |
Net Worth | $1 Million – $5 Million |
Blake Ellis Family, Parents
Information regarding Ellis’s parents and siblings is currently under review. However, the information will be updated as soon as it’s available.
Blake Ellis’s Husband
Information about Ellis’s dating life is not known for she has managed to keep her personal life away from the limelight. It is therefore not known if Ellis is engaged to someone or whether she is married. It is also not known if she has any children.
Blake Ellis Salary
Being one of the top journalists for CNN, she earns an annual salary ranging from $ 20,000 – $ 100,000.
Blake Ellis’s Net Worth
Ellis has an estimated net worth of between $1 Million – $5 Million which she has earned through her successful career as a Reporter and Writer.
Blake Ellis Books, Author
Other than being a journalist, Ellis is also an author. She has authored a book, “A Deal with the Devil: The Dark and Twisted True Story of One of the Biggest Cons in History.”