Who is Leah McLean?
Leah McLean is an Emmy Award-winning news anchor and reporter at KSTP-TV’s 5 Eyewitness News in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She joined the station in June 2004 and has held various roles, including producer and reporter. Leah currently anchors the midday and afternoon newscasts.
Age
Born on February 12, 1980, Leah McLean is 44 years old as of 2024.
Height
McLean is approximately 5 feet 6 inches (1.65 meters) tall.
Education
Leah McLean attended Minnehaha Academy for high school and later earned a Bachelor’s degree in Communication and Media Studies, along with a degree in Spanish, from the University of St. Thomas, where she was involved with the campus TV station. She also studied Communication and Media Studies at Pacific Lutheran University.
Family Background
Leah McLean grew up in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and has kept information about her parents and siblings private.
Spouse and Children
McLean was formerly married to Ben Garbe, and they divorced in November 2017. She is now a single mother to their two daughters, Grace Evelyn and Eloise Patricia.
Career
Leah McLean has built a notable career in journalism, mainly with KSTP-TV’s 5 Eyewitness News in Minneapolis, where she has worked since June 2004 in roles such as producer, reporter, and anchor. She currently hosts the midday and afternoon newscasts. Before joining KSTP, Leah started her career as an assignment editor at KGUN-TV in Tucson, Arizona, then worked as a weather anchor and reporter at KTVZ-TV in Bend, Oregon, and later as an evening news anchor at WAOW-TV in Wausau, Wisconsin. Committed to community service, Leah has been a board member of Urban Ventures since January 2018, reflecting her dedication to both journalism and community involvement.
Salary and Net worth
McLean’s annual salary ranges from $35,000 to $110,000, and her estimated net worth is between $1 million and $5 million.
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