Carla Wade Biography And Wiki

Carla Wade is an African American journalist serving as a morning news anchor for WVTM 13 News in Birmingham, Alabama. She started at WVTM 13 in February 2020, bringing extensive experience from her previous positions at television stations in Las Vegas, Dallas, and Oklahoma City. Carla is a three-time regional Emmy Award recipient for her coverage of the mass shooting on the Las Vegas Strip and has also received Associated Press awards for her reporting. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism from the University of Oklahoma and is recognized for her commitment to community service and powerful storytelling.

Carla Wade’s Age And Birthday

Wade was born on January 7, 1974, in Texas, USA, making her a Capricorn.

Carla Wade Height And Weight

Wade stands at 5 feet 5 inches (1.65 meters) tall.

Carla Wade Educational Background

Wade graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism from the University of Oklahoma in Norman, where she was actively involved in the student newspaper and local radio, gaining valuable experience for her journalism career.

Carla Nationality And Ethnicity

Wade is American by nationality and of African descent.

Carla Wade Family, Siblings, Parents

Wade’s father, Johnny Allen Wade, sadly died in April 1995 during the bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City. She has a younger brother named Jerrel. Her parents were married on January 31, 1976, and her mother has a birthday on September 21st.

Carla Wade Career

Wade has established a prominent career in broadcast journalism, characterized by her commitment to powerful storytelling and community engagement. She started her journey while still attending the University of Oklahoma, gaining experience through the student newspaper and local radio stations. Over the years, she has taken on various roles at television stations in cities such as Las Vegas, Dallas, Oklahoma City, and Lexington, Kentucky. In February 2020, Carla became the morning news anchor at WVTM 13 News in Birmingham, Alabama.

Her outstanding coverage of the mass shooting on the Las Vegas Strip has earned her three regional Emmy Awards, in addition to recognition from the Associated Press for her reporting. Beyond her journalism career, Carla is actively involved in community service, promoting STEAM education with the Girl Scouts of Southern Nevada and serving as a host for the national convention of the 100 Black Men of America, Inc.

Carla Wade’s Husband And Children

Wade is very private about her personal life; thus, she has not yet disclosed details of her marital status. We will update you once we have this data.

Carla Wade’s Salary And Net Worth

She has a net worth of $1.5 million and generates an annual salary of $120,000.

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