John Telich Profile
John Telich is an American retired Emmy award-winning Sports Anchor/Reporter who is well-known for having worked for Fox 8 WJW in Cleveland. He joined the station in September 1980 and retired on February 7, 2022.
John Telich Career
Telich recently served at Fox 8 WJW in Cleveland as a Sportscaster and Sports director. In addition to working as a veteran reporter for several main affairs, John hosted Fox 8 sports on weeknights and produces a number of features. He also addressed difficult physical activities, such as flying with the Blue Angles of the Navy. For 7 seasons, J.T. Hosted on Fox Sports Net, the CAVS pre-game preview. Telich retired from his journalism career on February 7, 2022, after 41 years on the air in his hometown. On his final broadcast, he said it was about the folks he had worked with, and it is about his phenomenal viewers that have been with Channel 8 for all these years.

Prior to joining WJW in September of 1980 as a sports anchor, J.T. He was WIVB TV’s assistant sports director in Buffalo, New York. A graduate of Euclid High and Ashland College, he started his local radio career in Ashland, Ohio, in 1972. An 11-time recipient of an Emmy Award, J.T. His coverage of Cleveland athletics, both college, and high school has received several honors. U.P.I., A.P., honored his attributes. And The Cleveland Press Club.
He was elected to the Hall of Fame by the Cleveland Association of Broadcasters in 2007 and received the Cleveland Press Club Chuck Heaton Award. J.T. A fitness enthusiast, For the last 27 years, more than 100 triathlons have been run, including three Ironman distance races. In 2012, in just over 29 hours, Telich finished the Burning River 100 Mile Ultra Marathon.
John Telich Age
John’s age is not known for he has managed to keep his personal life private. It is therefore not known how old John is or when he celebrates his birthday. However, he might be in his 70s.
John Telich Height
John stands at an approximate height of 5 feet 6 inches.
Quick Facts About Telich
Age | Not Available |
Nationality | American |
Spouse | Jane Quinton |
Net Worth | $1 million – $5 Million |
John Telich Family
Information regarding John’s parents and siblings is currently under review. However, the information will be updated as soon as it’s available.
John Telich Wife and children
John is a married man. He is married to Jane Quinton, the couple has three adult children; Courtney Telich, Patrick Telich, and Joseph Telich. A puppy English Springer Spaniel, Scarlet, joined the family in December 2012.
John Telich Salary
Being one of the top Sportscasters for Fox 8, John earned an annual salary ranging between $ 20,000 – $ 100,000.
John Telich’s Net Worth
John has an estimated net worth of between $1 million – $5 Million which he has earned through his successful career as a Sportscaster.
John Telich FOX 8
At FOX 8 Telich worked alongside;
- Wayne Dawson
- Scott Sabol
- Roosevelt Leftwich
- Patty Harken
- P.J. Ziegler
- Melissa Mack
- Lou Maglio
- Tracy McCool
- Joe Toohey
- Autumn Ziemba
- Jennifer Jordan
- Natalie Herbick
- Stefani Schaefer
- Elizabeth Noreika