Wayne Dawson Biography
Wayne Dawson is an American journalist serving as a co-anchor of the program “Fox 8 News in the Morning”, a morning broadcast show on WJW-TV channel 8, (Fox affiliate) in Cleveland, Ohio. He previously worked as a co-anchor for weekend editions for FOX 8 News and is currently an ordained minister of Grace Tabernacle Baptist Church. Wayne also worked as a reporter and an anchor for WNIR Radio in Kent, Ohio before joining the network in 1981.
Dawson is an eight-time regional flange final Emmy Award winner and he is also a member of the National Association of African American Journalists, the NAACP, and the Phi Beta Sigma fraternity. Wayne was inducted into the Broadcasters Hall of Fame in 2000.
Additionally, he also received Chuck Heaton Award from the Cleveland Press Club and was named one of the Jaycees, Outstanding Young Men of America.
Wayne Dawson’s Age, Birthday, Nationality, and Ethnic Background
Dawson (age 67 years) was born on April 24, 1955, in Cleveland, Ohio, in the United States. Moreover, the Cleveland native has American nationality by birth with an African-American ethnic background. Further, Wayne normally celebrates his birthday on April 24th every year. READ MORE:
Wayne Dawson Height, Weight, and Other Measurements
Dawson’s height is estimated to be around 5 feet 7 inches (approximately 1.7 m). His body weight as well as other body measurements are currently unavailable.
Wayne Dawson Family Background | Parents and Siblings
Wayne was born and raised in Cleveland by his parents. Unfortunately, his father split with his mother, Anne Dawson, before the birth of his younger brother.
Wayne’s younger brother, William Dawson is now a judge for East Cleveland Municipal. Both the Dawson brothers established the Annie L. Dawson Foundation in 2007, inspired by their mother’s passion for education, and its headquarter is based in Cleveland.
Meet the Real Wife /Spouse of Wayne Dawson
He is currently married to Millie Dawson. The two are blessed with one daughter and reside in Highland Heights, Ohio. The details of his current wife are not available at the moment.
First Wife of Wayne Dawson
Wayne first got married to his first wife, Laverne in 1997. The two are proud parents of four children, Tamara, Crystal, Tyshin, and Danielle.
Wayne Dawson’s Children/ Kids
Dawson has a total of five children. He has one child with his current wife Millie and four others with his first wife Laverne.
Wayne Dawson House
In March 2013, SouthPark visited Wayne’s house to help him in styling some outfits. However, Wayne has not disclosed any information about his house.
Wayne Dawson’s Education Background
Wayne attended Shaw High School for his elementary studies and later enrolled at Cuyahoga Community College to study print media. However, during his first year at the community college, he moved to Kent State University to pursue a degree in Broadcasting hence graduating in December 1979. Wayne later received the William Taylor Alumni award from the School of Journalism and Mass Communication.
Wayne Dawson Fox 8
Dawson currently co-anchors “Fox 8 News in the Morning”, a morning broadcast program on WJW-TV channel 8 (Fox affiliate station), in Cleveland, Ohio. He previously worked as a co-anchor for weekend editions for FOX 8 News.
Wayne also worked as a reporter and an anchor for WNIR Radio in Kent, Ohio before joining the network in 1981. Additionally, he has won the Emmy award 11 times and is also a member of the Phi Beta Sigma fraternity and the National Association of Black Journalists.
Salary of Wayne Dawson
Dawson is an American journalist serving as a co-anchor of the program “Fox 8 News in the Morning”, a morning broadcast show on WJW-TV channel 8, (Fox affiliate) in Cleveland, Ohio. Dawson’s annual salary is estimated to be $115,000 annually.
Net Worth of Wayne Dawson
Dawson is an American journalist serving as a co-anchor of the program “Fox 8 News in the Morning”, a morning broadcast show on WJW-TV channel 8, (Fox affiliate) in Cleveland, Ohio. Wayne has accumulated a great fortune in his journalism career. Wayne’s net worth is estimated to be $5.5 million dollars.
Wayne Dawson Retirement
Wayne stated that he has no intention of retiring from the journalism industry since it is his only source of income. He has been working as a journalist for four decades.
Wayne Dawson Church
Dawson also serves as the ordained minister of Grace Tabernacle Baptist Church. Moreover, Wayne assumed the responsibility of a church minister on 2018, 15 September, after Pastor Pryce died. He rejoined the church after drifting in 1998 after the death of her mother.
Pastor Wayne Dawson
Dawson serves as the ordained minister of Grace Tabernacle Baptist Church.
Who is Wayne Dawson’s wife?
Wayne’s current wife is Millie. The two are blessed with one daughter and reside in Highland Heights, Ohio.
How old is Wayne Dawson?
Wayne is 67 years old. He was born in Cleveland, Ohio, the United States on April 24, 1955.
What happened to Wayne Dawson?
Wayne assumed the responsibility of a church minister on 2018, 15 September, after Pastor Pryce died.
How much does Wayne Dawson make?
Dawson’s annual salary is estimated to be $115,000 annually.
Did Wayne Dawson retire?
No, Wayne stated that he has no intention of retiring from the journalism industry since it is his only source of income. He has been working as a journalist for four decades.
How old is Wayne Dawson’s daughter?
Wayne has not revealed yet the exact age of his daughter yet.
