Jason Colthorp Profile
Jason Colthorp is an American news anchor/reporter working for WDIV-TV Local 4 in Detroit, Michigan. He joined WDIV in January 2015.
Jason Colthorp Career
Colthorp serves at WDIV-TV as the WDIV anchoring Local 4’s 5:30 p.m. newscast. He began as a general assignment reporter at WDIV-TV. He graduated from Michigan State University with a journalism degree. Jason spent 14 years as an anchor and reporter at WILX in Lansing. Jason’s career as a journalist has been shaped by his teachers.
The first was Anne Russell, who in fifth grade helped Jason win the Manatee County Speech Contest. It was here, where the speech was written and delivery tips were given, that “My Date With Betty Crocker” became a hit and Jason established an early talent for public speaking. Judy Krocker’s journalism class at Manatee High School used their talent for public speaking a few years later.
Jason knew what he wanted to do after a year of newscasts for the inaugural “Cane News”: be an anchor on “SportsCenter.” When he moved to the news game from being a sports reporter at WILX in Lansing, the dream became being an anchor on the “TODAY Show.”
Jason and spent summers and school years in Michigan and Florida, respectively. He earned a journalism degree from Michigan State and is looking forward to living in “the D.” Since he’s eager to get out and see more of the world, feel free to contact him with story ideas or ask him to host your charity event. Claim to Fame: Filling in for Regis Philbin on Live! as a guest host. With Regis & Kelly in 2009.
Jason Colthorp Age
Jason is 53 years old as of 2021. He was born in 1968 in Lansing, a city in Michigan. It is therefore not known when he celebrates her birthday.
Quick Facts About Jason Colthorp
| Age | 53 years old as of 2021 |
| Nationality | American |
| Spouse | Ida Colthorp |
| Net Worth | $1 Million – $3 Million |
Jason Colthorp Height
Colthorp stands at the height of 5 feet 10 inches (1.78 m).
Jason Colthorp Family
Jason was born and raised in Lansing, Michigan, United States. He is the stepson of Cheryl Colthorp and the biological son of Tom Colthorp. His brother Ryan Colthorp is engaged to Casey.
Jason Colthorp Wife and children
Jason has been married twice. He is married to Ida Colthorp, who is a news anchor and reporter at WILX. The two engaged in 2019 and finally tied the knot on January 5, 2020. The wedding was attended by their friends and family. On October 30, 2020, they welcomed their first baby girl, named Rosemarie. He was previously married to another woman with whom they had two daughters. His elder daughter was born on 16th July 2000.
Jason Colthorp Salary
Being one of the top journalists for WDIV, Colthorp earns an annual salary ranging from $ 20,000 – $ 100,000.
Jason Colthorp’s Net Worth
Colthorp has an estimated net worth of between $1 Million – $3 Million which he has earned through his successful career as a journalist.
Jason Colthorp WDIV-TV
At WDIV-TV Colthorp works alongside;
- Kimberly Gill
- Devin Scillian
- Rhonda Walker
- Evrod Cassimy
- Karen Drew
- Steve Garagiola
- Sandra Ali
- Priya Mann
- Grant Hermes
- Shawn Ley
- Kim DeGiulio
- Frank McGeorge
- Nick Monacelli
- Larry Spruill