Karen Kornacki Profile
Karen Kornacki is an American Emmy Award-winning Sports Anchor currently working for KMBC-TV since joining the station in August 1983. She is the anchor of the 5, 6, and 10 pm sportscasts every Saturday.
Previously, she was in Boston, Massachusetts, working as an anchor of sports for an ABC–affiliated television station, WCVB-TV.
Kornacki is a proud alumnus of the University of Denver. She began her first on-air job in 1979, in Columbus, Ohio.
Kornacki is an expert in all sports. However, she always appreciated the human interest tales, chatting to athletes and their families, and discovering the odd sidebars.
Throughout her career, she won several awards. For her work done both on the job and in the community in 1995, she received the Kansas City Image Award. Also, in 2003, she was nominated for an Emmy for a special on the Royals.
Throughout her time in Kansas City, she has been active with a number of nonprofits. Speaking at women’s groups or Christian gatherings appears to be her true calling. She enjoys motivating and encouraging others.
Quick Facts About Karen Kornacki
Full Name | Karen Kornacki |
Age | 65 years old as of 2021 |
Nationality | American |
Spouse | Clay Christiansen |
Net Worth | $1 Million – $5 Million |
During her leisure, she likes working on a book about teaching women how to play baseball.
Karen Kornacki Age
Kornacki was born in 1956 in North Tonawanda, New York in the United States. She is 65 years old as of 2021. It is therefore not known when she celebrates her birthday.

Karen Kornacki Height
Kornacki stands at a height of approximately 5 feet 7 inches (1.70m).
Karen Kornacki Family
Kornacki was born to her loving parents, whose names are currently under review. Her dad coached high school football, but Kornacki never participated in sports because, at the time, there were none to be found in her hometown. She spent all of her youth and childhood in a little town between Niagara Falls & Buffalo, located in News York City.
Information regarding Kornacki’s siblings is currently under review. However, there will be an update as soon as it’s available. As soon as further information regarding her parents is available, there will be an update.
Karen Kornacki Husband
Kornacki is in marriage with her lovely spouse, Clay Christiansen, a former major league baseball player. He began his career with the Yankees and ended it with the Houston Astros. her likes her spare time with her spouse. Missouri is currently their residence.
Information about her children is unknown for she has managed to keep her personal life away from the limelight. However, as soon as the information is out, there will be an update.
Karen Kornacki Salary
Being one of the top journalists for KMBC 9 News, she earns an annual salary ranging between $ 20,000 – $ 100,000.
Karen Kornacki Net Worth
Kornacki has an estimated net worth of between $1 Million – $5 Million which she has earned through her successful career as a Sports Anchor.
Karen Kornacki KMBC 9 News
At KMBC 9 News Kornacki works alongside
- Larry Moore
- Rob Hughes
- Bryan Busby
- Kris Ketz
- Cody Holyoke
- Kelly Eckerman
- Haley Harrison
- Lara Moritz
- Donna Pitman
- Len Dawson
- Len Jennings
- Nick Bender
- Pete Grigsby
- Katie Horner
- Emily Holwick
- Neville Miller