Ben Dennis Biography
Ben Dennis is an American journalist working for DC News Now as an anchor and reporter since joining the station in August 2022. Previously, he worked as a news reporter at WRIC in Richmond, Virginia, for nearly 3 years.
Ben Dennis Education
Dennis joined Penn State University’s College of Communications in 2014 after finishing high school. In 2018, he graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Print Journalism with a minor in Theatre. While in college, he interned at CNN and NBC News in Washington, D.C.
Ben Dennis Career
Dennis works for DC News Now as an anchor and reporter. In this role, he anchors DC News Now’s weekend evening newscasts and reports on breaking and community-focused stories in the DMV on weekdays.
Over the course of his career, Dennis has earned two Virginia Associated Press Broadcasters Reporting Awards. Twice, he has been recognized as part of a Regional Edward R. Murrow Award-winning team for Overall Excellence.
Before working for DC News Now, Dennis worked as a news reporter at WRIC in Richmond, Virginia, for nearly 3 years. He looked into fentanyl’s fatal grip on communities in Central Virginia, occasionally covered surging gun violence, and filed breaking news reports in the wake of riots and protests after George Floyd’s death.
Dennis exclusively shed light on how the Virginia Employment Commission incorrectly handled people’s personal and sensitive information. He also exposed imbalances among Virginians during the COVID-19 pandemic and shared crucial details surrounding the removal of Confederate monuments.
Before moving to Richmond, Dennis was a journalist at WUTR/WFXV Eyewitness News in Utica, New York. While growing up in Pennsylvania, he followed news reports in the DMV, which inspired him. He also did play-by-play for youth baseball games.
Ben Dennis Age
Dennis was born on June 22nd, but has not yet disclosed the year he was born. However, he might be in his 30s. Dennis celebrates his birthday on June 22nd. On June 22, 2025, he posted a photo of himself on his Facebook account and captioned, “Thanks so much for all of the birthday wishes! I appreciate everyone. 🎂”
Ben Dennis Height
Dennis stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 7 inches.
Ben Dennis Family
Dennis’s father celebrates his birthday on June 14th, as evidenced by his Facebook post on June 14, 2026, captioned, “Happy birthday, pops. Here’s to another fun run around the sun. 🎂 ☀️ Enjoy your peanut butter pie. 🥧.”
Dennis grew up in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania, but has not disclosed more information about his parents, especially his mother. It is also not known if Dennis has any siblings.
Ben Dennis Husband
Dennis is openly gay, as evidenced by his Facebook post on June 1, 2025, captioned, “At the start of #PrideMonth I’m reminded of the curiosity of my childhood…I felt that way because, in more ways than one, I was surrounded by messages that being gay wasn’t acceptable…Even when we go through difficulties in life where we may feel diminished self-worth, I’m reminded of my favorite message of authenticity: “Learning to love yourself is the greatest love of all.” 🏳️🌈”
Dennis enjoys being “dad” to his basset hound, Oliver, on his day off. He also loves collecting vinyl records, going to concerts and theatre performances, and facilitating car jam sessions. (Turn the pop music up to 11.)
Ben Dennis Net Worth
Dennis has an estimated net worth ranging between $1 million – $5 million, which he has earned through being a journalist.
Ben Dennis Salary
Dennis earns an annual salary ranging between $40,000 – $ 110,500.