Kellie Burns Bio, Wiki
Kellie Burns is an American Anchor and Reporter working for WBBH in Fort Myers, Florida, as a weekday evening news anchor. She has worked for the station for 3 decades since joining in August 1994.
Kellie Burns Age
Burns is 57 years old as of 2024. She was born on February 28th, 1967 in Upstate New York and therefore celebrates her birthday on the 28th of February every year.
Kellie Burns Height/Measurements
Burns stands at an approximate height of 5 feet 7 inches.
Kellie Burns Education
Burns attended SUNY Geneseo where she graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication and Media Studies and a minor in International Relations.
Kellie Burns Career
Burns works at WBBH in Fort Myers, Florida, as a weekday evening news anchor. She began working at the station in August 1994 as a reporter, then a weekend anchor, and finally one of the primary news anchors. Throughout her career, Burns has won numerous awards including many Edward R. Murrow awards, Florida Association of Broadcast Journalists Awards, Florida Associated Press awards, and two Emmy nominations. She has covered international events including the 2010 earthquake in Haiti, changes in Cuba to navigating the political landscape at both Democratic and Republican National Conventions, and the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta.
Burns says that the most important work she did was in 2022 when she reported on Hurricane Ian and its aftermath. Recently, she was awarded Best News Anchor by the Florida Association of Broadcast Journalists. The Suncoast Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences recognized her with the prestigious Silver Circle Award for her work with distinction in the television industry. Besides television, Burns is an advocate for the community. She devotes many hours to non-profit organizations like Kids Minds Matter, Golisano Children’s Hospital, The American Heart Association, Community Cooperative Ministries, The Neighborhood Health Clinic, and The Heights Foundation among others.
Additionally, Burns serves on the Uncommon Friends Foundation and on the executive boards of Canterbury School. She has been honored by Florida Weekly Newspaper as one of the 2010 Power Women in Lee County. She was also named by Gulfshore Business Magazine as one of Southwest Florida’s 47 Power Players. Burn’s legacy as a Gulfshore Life Woman of the Year, a 40 under 40 honoree as well as Woman of Initiative, continues to be an inspiration to the future generations of leaders. She has also been recognized by the Abuse Counseling and Treatment Center for volunteering as the 2020 Hearts for Act.
Kellie Burns Net Worth
In Burns’ career as an anchor and reporter, she has been able to accumulate a net worth ranging between $1 Million and $3 Million.
Kellie Burns Salary
She receives annual earnings that range between $35,000 and $100,000.
Kellie Burns Parents and Siblings
Born and raised in the United States, Burns manages to keep information regarding her parents and whether or not she has any siblings away from the limelight. An update of her family information will be done when available.
Kellie Burns Husband
Burns is happily married to Ed and together, they have a son named Jack, a daughter named Elle, and a bonus daughter named Kara. When she is not working, Burns supports Jack’s baseball pursuits at the College of Central Florida. She also enjoys cheering for Elle’s achievements in middle school track and soccer.
Kellie Burns WBBH
Burns works at WBBH, where she works alongside her fellow anchors, reporters, and meteorologists, such as;
- Elyse Chengery
- Peter Busch
- Joshua Cole
- Jaron May
- Trent Bennett
- Alan Campbell
Kellie Burns Twitter and Facebook
She is vocal on her social media accounts where she posts frequently. On her Twitter account, she has about 696 followers, and around 7.4K followers on her Facebook page.