Wendell Edwards Profile
Wendell Edwards is an American Anchor and Reporter known for having worked for WFSB-TV (CBS Affiliate) in Hartford, Connecticut as a morning anchor. He worked for the station from January 2021 to his departure in January 2024. He did not state the reason why he left WFSB, and he also did not say his next stop/endeavor.
Wendell Edwards Education
Edwards attended Columbia University’s School of Journalism in the year 1996 and graduated one year later with a Master’s degree in Broadcast Journalism. In 1988, he enrolled at Abilene Christian University and graduated 4 years later with a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Journalism.
Wendell Edwards Career
Edwards recently served at WFSB Channel 3 Eyewitness News as a Morning News Anchor. Before joining WFSB, he served at ABC 3340 News in Birmingham, Alabama as a weekday morning news anchor and reporter for 5 years and 10 months (April 2015 – January 2021). Also, he worked for KOCO 5 News in Oklahoma City as a news anchor and reporter.
Edwards has worked for KHOU-TV in Houston, Texas as a fill-in anchor and general assignment reporter. He has also served as a news anchor and reporter for WIS News-10 in Columbia, South Carolina, and WOOD-TV News 8 in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Edwards has worked for a series of newspapers in Texas such as the Corsicana Daily Sun, near Dallas/Fort Worth, and the Burnet Bulletin, near Austin, Texas.
He holds several awards for journalistic excellence. He was awarded 2 NABJ Salute to Excellence awards in the years 2011 and 2008. For outstanding investigative reporting in the year 2010, he was honored with the Oklahoma Broadcasters Association award. In the year 2020, the Alabama Broadcasters Association recognized Edwards with an ABBY Award for his “School Patrol” series. Additionally, Edwards has been nominated for an Emmy Award.
Wendell Edwards Age
Edwards was born in Dallas, Texas, United States. His age is unknown for he has managed to keep his personal life private. It is therefore not known how old Edwards is or when he celebrates his birthday. However, he might be in his 50s.
Quick Facts About Edwards
| Age | Not Available |
| Nationality | American |
| Spouse | Mekio |
| Net Worth | $1 Million – $5 Million |
Wendell Edwards Height
Edwards sands at a height of approximately 5 feet 7 inches (1.70 m).
Wendell Edwards Family
Edwards was born and raised by his parents in Cayuga and Tennessee Colony, Texas but he has not disclosed the names of his parents and siblings. However, through a post on his Instagram page on November 2, 2023, where he posted his father’s photo wishing him a Happy Birthday, it is known that his dad is currently dead.
Wendell Edwards Wife
Edwards is married to his lovely spouse, Mekio. They tied the knot on April 22, 2000. Information about their wedding is unknown. Edwards posted their pics in their wedding gowns on his Instagram Page, celebrating their 22nd marriage anniversary. The couple takes great pride in being mom and dad to their 2 daughters, Kendall and Kennedy. During Edwards’s leisure time, he likes watching movies, reading, writing, and running. He formerly tracked standouts in college and qualified for the 1992 Olympic Trials in the 110m hurdles.
Wendell Edwards Salary
Being one of the top journalists for WFSB, he earns an annual salary ranging from $ 20,000 – $ 100,000.
Wendell Edwards’s Net Worth
Edwards has an estimated net worth of between $1 Million – $5 Million which he has earned through his successful career as an Anchor and Reporter.
Wendell Edwards Injury
There is no information about Edwards being injured or undergoing any medications. However, there will be an update as soon as the information is available in the limelight.
Wendell Edwards WFSB
At WFSB Edwards worked alongside;
- Mark Zinni
- Erin Connolly
- Nicole Nalepa
- Caitlin Francis
- Irene O’Connor
- Kara Sundlun
- Caitlin Nuclo
- Stephanie Simoni
- Melissa Cole
- Mark Dixon
- Scot Haney
- Connor Lewis
- Lorin Richardson
- Joe Zone
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