Brandon Benitez Biography
Brandon Benitez is an American journalist working for KOVR CBS13 as a sports anchor since joining the station in June 2024. Previously, he worked as a sports anchor and reporter at KRGV in the Rio Grande Valley region of Texas.
Brandon Benitez Education
Benitez joined College of the Canyons in 2014 after finishing his education at West Ranch High School. In 2016, he obtained his Associate of Arts degree in Communication and Media Studies and transferred to Cal State Northridge. In 2018, he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Broadcast Journalism with a minor in Communication Studies.
Brandon Benitez Career
Benitez works for KOVR CBS13 as a sports anchor. Previously, he worked as a sports anchor and reporter at KRGV in the Rio Grande Valley region of Texas. He felt rewarded by telling stories and shedding light on new achievements in the Rio Grande Valley. His immigrant parents are his ultimate motivation and a big reason why he pursued his dreams and does what he loves.
During his time in South Texas, Benitez broadcast D-I college, high school, and professional sports. He also covered teams like RGV Vipers, UT Rio Grande Valley, RGV Toros, as well as professional teams in the San Antonio and Houston markets.
Benitez started his TV sports reporting career at KHSL in Chico, California. Before launching his on-screen career, he worked behind the camera as a sports news associate at CBS Los Angeles. His unforgettable memories include broadcasting local high school athletes, the Astros’ World Series run in 2022, and teams on deep playoff runs for Texas state titles.
Brandon Benitez Age
Benitez was born on February 12, 1995. He is 31 years old as of 2026. Benitez celebrates his birthday on February 12th. On February 12, 2025, he posted a photo of himself on his Instagram account and captioned, “Kicked off entering a new decade being surrounded by people that mean the world to me…Couldn’t have asked for a better start to 30 🎉 can’t wait to see what the future holds 🤞🏼.”
Brandon Benitez Height
Benitez stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 7 inches.
Brandon Benitez Family
Benitez is a native of Los Angeles, where he grew up alongside immigrant parents originally from El Salvador. Even so, he has not disclosed more information about his parents. It is also not known if Benitez has any siblings.
Brandon Benitez Wife
Benitez has been in a relationship with Maya Martinez since July 2023. On July 3, 2026, he posted photo of them on his Instagram account and captioned, “Celebrating three beautiful years together. Grateful for all the memories, laughs, and love we’ve experienced, and to think it’s just the start makes me the happiest person in the world.”
Brandon Benitez Net Worth
Benitez has an estimated net worth ranging between $1 million – $5 million, which he has earned through being a journalist.
Brandon Benitez Salary
Benitez earns an annual salary ranging between $40,000 – $ 110,500.
Brandon Benitez KOVR CBS13
Benitez is working at KOVR CBS13, where he works alongside other famous anchors and reporters, including;
- Brady Halbleib
- Ashley Williams
- Bryan Scofield
- Nina Burns
- Carmela Karcher
- Charlie Lapastora
- Ryan Nelson
- Molly Riehl
- Ashley Sharp
- Jake Gadon