Kelly O’Connell Biography And Wiki

Kelly O’Connell is an American news anchor and reporter who has been with FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul since October 2015. She currently anchors the morning news and hosts the FOX 9 Morning Buzz. Kelly started her career in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and has also worked in Columbus, Georgia, and Seattle, Washington. She is recognized for her engaging on-air personality and commitment to providing news to the Twin Cities community.

Kelly O’Connell’s Age And Birthday

O’Connell was born on June 9, 1956, under the zodiac sign Gemini. She grew up in the Como Park neighborhood of Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA.

Kelly O’Connell Height And Weight

O’Connell stands at a height of 5 feet 4 inches (approx. 1.62 meters).

Kelly O’Connell Educational Background

O’Connell completed her high school education at Cretin-Derham Hall High School. She went on to attend the University of Minnesota, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Broadcast Journalism.

Kelly O’Connell Nationality

O’Connell is an American, born and raised in Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA.

Kelly O’Connell’s Siblings and Parents

O’Connell’s parents continue to reside in her childhood home in the Como Park neighborhood of Saint Paul, Minnesota. However, she has not shared specific details about her parents or siblings.

Kelly O’Connell Career

O’Connell has built a broad and accomplished career in broadcast journalism, beginning as a reporter and fill-in anchor at WRBL-TV in Columbus, Georgia. She then moved to KGAN-TV in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, where she worked as a reporter and anchor for three years. There, she took on the role of anchor for a 3-hour morning show and a noon show, further honing her skills in delivering live news.

After her time in Iowa, Kelly advanced to KCPQ-TV in Seattle, Washington, as a morning reporter and anchor. In October 2015, she joined FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul, where she currently serves as the morning news anchor and hosts the FOX 9 Morning Buzz. She is highly regarded for her engaging presence on-air and her commitment to keeping the Twin Cities community informed.

Kelly O’Connell Spouse And Children

O’Connell is married to Fred O’Connell, whom she met while working at a TV station. They have two children, Freddie Jr. and Kennedy, along with a dog named Piper, and live together in Minnesota.

Kelly O’Connell’s Salary And Net Worth

She has a net worth of $1 million and generates an annual salary of $120,000.

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