Dan Ponce Biography
Dan Ponce is a Chicago television journalist currently working for WGN-TV and is best known for hosting WLS-AM and being the founder of the Cappella group Straight No Chaser. Ponce began his career in 2005 when he was hired at WIXL-TV in Lansing, Michigan, as a reporter and weekend anchor. Additionally, in 2006 he joined ABC-owned WLS-TV (channel 7) as a general assignment reporter.
In 2019, after Straight No Chaser’s album “Holiday Spirits” went to #1 on iTunes and Amazon, Dan decided to leave ABC and join the group full-time. Moreover, SNC went on to perform hundreds of concerts throughout the country and recorded three more albums on the Atlantic Records label.
The group’s televised concert series “Live in New York” aired on PBS stations coast to coast. He later came back to his TV career and was hired by WGN-TV (channel 9)
Dan Ponce Age
How old is Dan Ponce? Ponce is 43 years old as of 2023. He was born on December 7, 1980, in Illinois, the United States of America. In addition, he celebrates his birthday on the 7th of December every year and his zodiac sign is Sagittarius. Moreover, Dan’s nationality is American and he belongs to the white ethnicity.
Dan Ponce Height
Ponce stands at an average height of 5 feet 8 inches. However, we will update details on his weight as soon as possible.
Dan Ponce Family
Ponce was born to his parents, Phil Ponce (father) and Ann Ponce (mother). His father is the host of Chicago Tonight on WTTW and his mother is a Chicago portrait and landscape artist. Moreover, he has a brother named Anthony Ponce who is an anchor for Chicago’s NBC5.
Dan Ponce Wife
Is Dan married? Yes, Dan is happily married to Amy Levell. However, the two have kept their relationship away from the limelight. It is not known if the duo has any kids.
Dan Ponce’s Salary
Ponce receives an average annual salary of between $45,000 and $110,500.
Dan Ponce’s Education
Ponce attended the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University, where he attained his master’s degree. Additionally, he got his bachelor’s degree from Indiana University.
Dan Ponce Net Worth
How much is Dan worth? Ponce has an estimated net worth of between $1 million and $5 million. His wealth stems from his career as a television journalist.