Ben Thompson Biography
Ben Thompson is an American Emmy award-winning journalist who serves at WCNC, as the anchor of Wake Up Charlotte and WCNC Charlotte Midday. He is also the host of Flashpoint which is political affairs show. He joined the WCNC news team in 2011.
Ben Thompson Career
He enjoyed watching The Thompson breakfast table as he grew up. He brings viewers inside some of the Carolinas’ biggest, most complex topics on the Flashpoint show, and holds elected officials accountable with tough political interviews. In addition, he and his co-anchor fight about their favorite meals, share their biggest pet peeves, and laugh at their unique personal idiosyncrasies on Wake-Up Charlotte.
He is quite active in community activities outside of his work at the studio, and he recently participated in local philanthropic organizations such as Read Across America Day, Scouting for Food, and the Salvation Army’s Magical Toy Drive. Ben went to New York University and graduated with honors. He also interned at the TODAY Show and MSNBC in his early years as a journalist.
Ben Thompson Age
Thompson likes to keep his personal life private hence he has not yet disclosed the date, month, or year he was born. It is therefore not known when he celebrates his birthday.
Ben Thompson Height
Thompson stands at a height of approximately 5 feet 8 inches (1.73 m).
Ben Thompson Family
Thompson has managed to keep his personal life away from the limelight hence he has not disclosed any information about his parents. It is also not known if Ben has any siblings.
Ben Thompson Wife
Thompson is engaged to the love of his life Brad and together they are parents to a 70-pound lap dog, Scout. He resides in Charlotte together with his fiancé.
Ben Thompson Net Worth
Thompson has an estimated net worth of about $1 Million – $5 Million which he has earned through his career as an anchor and host.
Ben Thompson Salary
Thompson earns an annual salary ranging between $ 40,000 – $ 110,500.
Ben Thompson WCNC
Ben Thompson works at WCNC where he works alongside other famous WCNC anchors, reporters, meteorologists, and sports anchors including;
- Ashley Stroehlein
- Larry Sprinkle
- Fred Shropshire
- Eugene Robinson
- Vanessa Ruffes
- Brad Panovich
- Chris Mulcahy
- Kendall Morris
- Tanya Mendis
- Mia Atkins
- Carolyn Bruck
- Nick Carboni
- Ruby Durham
- Sarah French
- Brandon Goldner
- Briana Harper
- Lana Harris
- Chloe Leshner
The table below answers some of the frequently asked questions about Thompson.
Who is Thompson? | He is an American Emmy award-winning journalist |
Age | Not Available |
Height | 5 feet 8 inches (1.73 m) |
Spouse | Brad |
Salary | $ 40,000 – $ 110,500 |
Net Worth | $1 Million – $5 Million |