Lonnie Quinn Bio
Lonnie Quinn is an American weathercaster currently serving as the chief weathercaster of CBS2 News at 5, 6 and 11 p.m. weekdays. He also serves as the national weather anchor for “CBS Saturday Morning.” Quinn joined WCBS-TV in New York City in 2007. He appears frequently on sister radio station WCBS-AM 880 for their weather reports.
Prior to joining WCBS Quinn worked at WTVJ, the NBC owned and operated station in Miami, where he served as the weather anchor on “Today in South Florida”. During her tenure she won an Emmy award for “Best on Air Talent”. Moreover, in June 2007, he replaced John Bolaris, who moved to weekends only to finish out his contract.
Initially Quinn was an actor before he decided to change careers from acting to broadcasting. His first newsroom job was at WVIR in Charlottesville, Virginia as evening news anchor and weekend weather anchor. Before that, he worked at several different stations in Charlottesville including WADA-LP, as an on-air personality at WQMZ-FM and as morning show co-host and news director at WVAO.
After transitioning Quinn’s duties included full time reporting and anchoring the weekend weathercasts. During his time at Charlottesville, Quinn covered stories related to the Thomas Jefferson/Sally Hemings controversy and the famous baby switch at the University of Virginia hospital. He also reported largely on the rising political career of Emily Couric before her unfortunate death in October 2001.
Additionally, Miami was the next stop, and it was a turning point in Quinn’s career. Not only was he promoted to full time weather anchor, but also allowed to develop his own, unique style.
Lonnie Quinn Age
Quinn is 60 years as of 2023. He was born on August 9, 1963 in Cheshire, Connecticut in the United States. In addition, Quinn celebrates his birthday on 9 August every year and his zodiac sign is Leo.
Lonnie Quinn Height
Quinn stands tall at an average height of 5 feet 7 inches (1.75 m) and has a moderate weight.
Lonnie Quinn Family
Quinn was born in Cheshire, Connecticut in the United States. However, he has not revealed any information about his parents. Lonnie has six brothers and sisters.
Lonnie Quinn Education
Quinn graduated from Boston College magna cum laude with a B.A. in speech communications. He is a huge sports fanatic and swam competitively in college.
Lonnie Quinn Wife
Quinn is happily married to her beautiful wife Sharon. They have three children a son known as Nate, from a previous relationship, and two daughters Lily and Savannah. His son Nate is currently studying at Cornell University and previously attended The Bronx High School of Science.
Lonnie Quinn Salary
Quinn earns an annual salary ranging between $20, 000 to $100, 000 from his current position as the chief weathercaster of CBS2 News at 5, 6 and 11 p.m. weekdays.
Lonnie Quinn Net worth
Quinn has an estimated net worth of between $1 Million – $5 Million as of 2023. His main source of income is his successful career as a weathercaster.