Chris Francis Bio, Wiki
Chris Francis is a well-known American sports anchor/reporter working for KIRO 7 News in Seattle, WA serving as a Sports Director. He has been working with this station since August 2019.
Chris Francis Age
Born and raised in the United States, Chris keeps the information about his dates of birth, age, birthday, and zodiac sign away from the limelight. However, judging from his image, he might be around his 50’s.
Chris Francis Height
Francis stands approximately 5 feet 8 inches (1. 75 m) and weighs around 85 kg.
Chris Francis Education
For his education, Chris attended The University of Akron where he graduated in 1993 and earned a
Bachelor of Arts, in Communication and Mass Media.
Chris Francis Career
Francis works for KIRO 7 News in Seattle, WA serving as a Sports Director. This is his second time at KIRO7 and the 7th market he has worked in during his 30-year career. Chris came back to KIRO following three years at the PAC 12 Network in San Francisco. During this time, he is able to concentrate solely on local sports and there’s been an emphasis on showing onlookers he is right in the middle of the Seattle sports scene.
He is accountable for anchoring and producing all of KIRO7’s sportscasts and specials including coverage of March Madness, GameDay Live, and the Emmy-nominated Scouting Report, seen every Saturday night during the NFL season. From Super Bowl parades, the birth of the NHL’s Kraken, excruciating goal line defeats and “The Trade”, and the ongoing Mariners playoff drought, Chris has covered it all and even dabbling on the news side of things during his early years at KIRO. Lumen Field, Husky Stadium, Climate Pledge Arena, and TMobile Park – are just some of the areas you’ll see Chris on any given day. In September of 2022, he marks 30 years in local broadcasting and has been reporting to your local teams for more than a third of that time.
Chris’ previous stops include Norfolk, VA, Washington, D.C., Wilmington, N.C., Milwaukee, and Portland, ME. He is a proud University of Akron grad. On a rare day, there are no sporting occasions in Seattle, Chris is learning to play hockey, on the golf course, or enjoying family time with his family.
Chris Francis’ Net Worth
In Chris’ career as a sports anchor/reporter, he was able to amass a net worth between $1 Million-$ 5 million.
Chris Francis Salary
Francis acquires annual earnings that range between $ 90,755, and $ 188,455.
Chris Francis’ Parents and Siblings
Francis was born and raised by his devoted parents in the United States. He is the son of Fred Francis, a long-time news reporter for NBC Nightly News. His father traveled the world for 35 years covering all the biggest stories. He retired in 2006. However, an update about his mother or siblings if he has any will be updated soon.
Chris Francis Wife
Francis is married to Alexis though he has not revealed much about his wife. On a rare day, there are no sporting occasions in Seattle, he enjoys family time with his family.
Chris Francis Kids
He and his wife are proud parents of two little ones, namely Connor and Daniella.
Chris Francis KIRO 7 News
Francis works at KIRO 7 News where he works alongside his fellow anchors, reporters, and meteorologists such as;
- Michelle Millman
- Nick Allard
- Niku Kazori
- Monique Ming Laven
- Morgan Palmer
- Gary Horcher
- Frankie Katafias
- Aaron Wright
- Elle Thomas
- Ilona McCauley
- Lauren Donovan
- Ryan Simms
- Linzi Sheldon
Chris Francis Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram
Francis is vocal on his social media accounts where he posts often. On his Twitter account, he has about 1,630 Followers around 440 followers on his Facebook page, and 765 followers on his Instagram account.